Three teenagers have been arrested after a car was stolen from Unley overnight.
Police were called to Frederick Street, Unley just before 5am on Saturday 20 June, following reports that a home had been broken into and a BMW sedan stolen from the driveway.
The vehicle was fitted with GPS tracking, which showed it travelling towards the northern suburbs.
At about 5.15am, the stolen BMW attended a service station at Blair Athol, where the driver allegedly failed to pay for fuel.
Patrols continued to track the vehicle as it later stopped at a block of units on Hamblynn Road, Elizabeth Downs. Following a search of the area, three suspects were arrested at about 5.30am. Items stolen during the break-in were also located dumped nearby.
A 14-year-old boy from Elizabeth Park, a 17-year-old boy from Craigmore, and an 18-year-old man from Craigmore have been charged with aggravated serious criminal trespass, illegal use of a motor vehicle, and making off without payment. A decision on bail has not yet been made.
The stolen vehicle was towed from the scene for forensic examination.
Police are appealing for anyone who may have seen suspicious activity in Frederick Street, Unley, or the stolen BMW travelling through the northern suburbs, particularly around Blair Athol about 5.15am, to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at www.crimestopperssa.com.au – you can remain anonymous. Quote reference 161678.
