Multiple break and enters, Aitkenvale
Six juveniles were taken home by police late Wednesday night after being apprehended following a brief foot chase in Aitkenvale.
Police from the Rapid Action and Patrols were responding to reports of number of break and enters in sporting clubs in the Aitkenvale area.
All six juveniles, who are known to police for property crime offences, provided the details of other person who allegedly committed the break and enter offences.
The group consisted of an eight-year-old boy from Kirwan, 11-year-old boy from Gulliver, 12-year-old boy from Mount Louisa, 12-year-old girl from West End, 13-year-old girl from Gulliver and 14-year-girl from Cranbrook.
Acting Senior Sergeant Tony Jacobs from the Rapid Action and Patrols said it’s not uncommon for police to see groups of young people roaming the streets late at night, these groups raise the concerns and anxiety amongst the community, however, rest assure we will take the necessary action to get them off the street.
“Parents need to be aware of where their children are and take responsibility for their actions,” Senior Sergeant Jacobs said.
All juveniles were placed in the care of their parents.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information using the online form 24hrs per day.
You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, by calling 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day.
Source: Townsville Crime Alert
