Northern Territory Police have charged two male youths in relation to an unlawful entry and stolen vehicle in Palmerston on the weekend.
At around 2am on 5 February, a 12-year-old and three unidentified co-offenders, allegedly unlawfully entered a property in Moulden and stole the keys to a Mitsubishi Triton. The vehicle was observed driving dangerously before crashing in Millner the same day.
A 10-year-old was later identified as a suspect in the stolen vehicle.
Strike Force Trident detectives arrested both youths yesterday and the 10-year-old has since been charged with serious breach of bail. He was bailed to appear in court on 4 March 2022.
The 12-year-old was charged with:
- Unlawful entry – dwelling
- Stealing
- Aggravated unlawful use of motor vehicle
- Serious breach of bail
He was bailed to appear in court on 11 February 2022.
Acting Superintendent Mark Bland said, “NT Police will continue to engage with government agencies and the wider community to combat youth crime”
“Police CCTV has proven a vital tool in not only preventing crime but identifying offenders and we urge the public to report incidents of crime directly to police on 131 444, and not just post to social media.”
