Arrests after recent Whyalla break-ins

Police recovered all four stolen vehicles, including two Ford sedans, a Mitsubishi ute and a Mitsubishi SUV.

As a result of investigations and forensic evidence collected at the crime scenes, police have arrested four boys.

• An 11-year-old boy from Whyalla Stuart was arrested and charged with serious criminal trespass and illegal use of a motor vehicle.
• A 14-year-old boy from Whyalla Stuart was charged with serious criminal trespass, illegal use of a motor vehicle and theft.
• A 12-year-old boy from Whyalla Stuart was charged with two counts of serious criminal trespass, theft, property damage and being unlawfully on premises.
• A 14-year-old boy was charged with two counts of serious criminal trespass and illegal use of a motor vehicle.

They were bailed to appear in the Whyalla Youth Court in August.

Investigations into the incidents and other related matters are continuing.

Police are urging the community to be vigilant with their home and vehicle security and visit SAPOL - Crime prevention and security for resources to ‘Protect what matters’ to you.

Anyone with information on these incidents is asked to contact Crime Stoppers at www.crimestopperssa.com.au or on 1800 333 000 – You can remain anonymous.