Copper thief arrested in CBD

Just after 6.30am on Friday 29 May, police were called to a church on North Terrace after reports a man was ripping piping off of the building.

Police attended immediately and began searching the area, locating the suspect in a nearby toilet.

A 50-year-old man from Blair Athol was arrested and charged with trespassing, possess an article to commit an offence, theft, possess a controlled drug and breaching his bail.

He was bailed to attend the Adelaide Magistrates Court at a later date.

Anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has any information that may assist is asked to contact Crime Stoppers online at www.crimestopperssa.com.au or call 1800 333 000 and quote 141429 – you can remain anonymous.