Southern suburbs man arrested in stolen car

Police were alerted that the man allegedly attended his ex-partner's southern suburbs address about 8pm last night, Thursday 5 November.  This was in breach of an intervention order served two days prior.  The man allegedly arrived in a car that had been stolen during an unrelated theft from Oaklands Park.

Patrols attended and arrested the 33-year-old man.  It will also be alleged he was found in possession of a folding knife.

He was charged with breach of intervention order, illegal use of a motor vehicle and carry offensive weapon.  He was refused police bail and will appear in the Christies Beach Magistrates Court later today.

The stolen car was returned to its owner.

Domestic violence is a crime committed by people from all walks of life.  If you’re abusing your partner, your ex-partner, or another member of your family, you should know that police do not need a statement from them to make an arrest. If we have reasonable grounds, we will arrest you immediately.  And, if you have left the scene we will track you down.

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