Arrests made over CBD robberies

The first occurred about 8.50pm on Tuesday 10 November where a man was approached by a group of young males on North Terrace. They threatened the victim before stealing his bag.

Two 14-year-old boys and two 16-year-old boys from Port Augusta were arrested and charged with aggravated robbery. They were refused bail and appeared in the Adelaide Youth Court yesterday.

About an hour later at 9.45pm, a woman was sitting in her vehicle with two friends on Currie Street when an unknown male opened the driver's door, grabbed her arm and threatened her. The woman was able to fight him off and the suspect ran off.

A short time later, a woman reported a similar incident where a male attempted to pull her out of her vehicle when parked at Light Square.

Fortunately, there were no injuries reported.

A 14-year-old Port Augusta boy was arrested last night and charged with two counts of attempt aggravated robbery. He was refused bail and appeared in the Adelaide Youth Court yesterday. CO260048012

Eastern District detectives are investigating whether or not the incidents are linked.

Anyone with information that may assist the investigation is asked to contact Crime Stoppers at www.crimestopperssa.com.au or on 1800 333 000. You can remain anonymous.

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