Man arrested in Port Augusta charged with numerous offences

About 7.40am on Thursday 15 October, police were called to a Rupert Street, Port Augusta, after reports a man had entered a shed and stolen a toolbox.

The man allegedly returned to the property on two occasions attempting to collect bags he had left behind.

Patrols searched the area and later located the man on Carlton Parade.

A 31-year-old Port Augusta man was arrested, and charged with serious criminal trespass, carrying an offensive weapon, theft and unlawful possession. He was granted bail and will appear in court on 30 November.

He was also issued with a drug diversion after police located a smoking pipe.

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