Teens charged after South Brighton break-ins

Just before 5am on Tuesday 26 May, police were called to a Folkestone Road home following reports of a break-in while the occupants were asleep inside.

Patrols attended and searched the area on foot, quickly locating two suspects hiding in the front yard of a nearby address. A search of the teenagers allegedly uncovered balaclavas, a knife and various stolen items.

A third boy was stopped on Broadway, South Brighton, and allegedly found in possession of a knife.

It will be alleged the trio broke into one home on Margate Street, stealing various items, and broke into two homes on Folkestone Road property. Police will further allege that a Toyota SUV parked nearby was entered by two of the suspects, with items stolen from inside.

A 13-year-old boy from Paradise, a 14-year-old boy from Aldinga Beach and a 15-year-old boy from Henley Beach South have been arrested and charged with several offences, including aggravated serious criminal trespass, theft, illegal use and interference with a motor vehicle, and carrying an offensive weapon. The Henley Beach South teen was further charged over the alleged theft of a BMW SUV and two subsequent fuel drive-offs last week.

The 13-year-old and 15-year-old were refused police bail and will appear in the Christies Beach Youth Court on Wednesday 27 May. The 14-year-old boy was granted bail to appear in the Christies Beach Youth Court on 2 July.

Crime scene investigators attended to examine the scene.

Anyone who witnessed suspicious behaviour in the area overnight, or who has CCTV or dashcam footage, is urged to contact Crime Stoppers at www.crimestopperssa.com.au or free call 1800 333 000. Quote reference 138283.

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