Arrest after Lockleys break-in

Police were called to a home at Lockleys after the occupant discovered the break-in about 5.40am on Thursday 5 November.

A handbag, containing a purse, car keys and AirPods, were stolen.

The items were tracked to the Torrensville area.

Just before 7am, police pulled over and searched a vehicle on North Parade, Torrensville, allegedly locating the victim's property.

A 26-year-old Mile End man was arrested and charged with aggravated serious criminal trespass and theft.

He did not apply for bail and is expected to appear in the Port Adelaide Magistrates Court later today.

His vehicle was towed from the scene for forensic examination.

Crime scene investigators attended and examined the scene.

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