Duo charged after $60,000 worth of suspected stolen property seized

About 2.15pm on Friday 6 November, Northern District and Operation Measure investigators received information that a man believed he had located his stolen motorbike being advertised for sale online.

Police enquiries led investigators to an address at Elizabeth East, where officers executed a search warrant.

During a search of the property, police located a stolen 2023 KTM 450 motorbike that had allegedly had its VIN removed.

Officers also located a stolen Specialized Turbo Levo e-mountain bike, valued at about $20,000, which had been reported stolen from Mansfield Park.

A thorough search of the property uncovered more than 130 items suspected to be stolen, including clothing, handbags, tools, camping equipment, household goods, stationery and car audio equipment. The seized property is estimated to be worth between $50,000 and $60,000.

A 42-year-old man and a 42-year-old woman from Elizabeth East were arrested and charged with theft and unlawful possession. Further charges may be laid as investigations continue.

Both were refused police bail and are expected to appear in the Elizabeth Magistrates Court today (Monday 9 November).

Investigations are continuing to identify the owners of the recovered property and police are reviewing a number of theft reports to determine whether the seized items can be linked to other offences.

Anyone who believes property seized by police may belong to them is encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers online at www.crimestopperssa.com.au or call 1800 333 000.

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