A quick-thinking member of the public has assisted Police in locating and arresting three youths following a burglary in Pukekohe this morning.
At about 5.09am, Police were notified of a burglary at a vape store on West St.
Counties Manukau South Area Commander, Inspector Joe Hunter says a member of the public who witnessed the burglary called Police immediately stating they had seen three people running from the store and getting into a vehicle.
¡°The informant followed the vehicle to Beatty Street and maintained observations until Police staff arrived.
¡°Delta, the Police dog unit, has then tracked the alleged offenders from the vehicle to an address nearby where three people were taken into custody without issue,¡± he says.
¡°This is another example of Police responding and apprehending those responsible for these crimes in our community.
¡°And while we are always grateful for the community¡¯s assistance, we also continue to encourage people to report all crimes of this nature to Police rather than taking matters into your own hands as this can put yourself at risk.¡±
Inspector Hunter says anyone who notices suspicious behaviour should call 111 immediately.
¡°Information can also be reported to Police on 105, or anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111 after the fact.
¡°The sooner we are made aware, the sooner we can act.¡±
Three 15-year-olds have been referred to Youth Aid Services.
ENDS.
Holly McKay/51½ÖÉä