Teenager Found Hiding In Newcastle Bush Arrested On Suspicion Of Car Theft
Written by Cian Mortimer on 10th October 2024
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A 17-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of burglary and driving whilst unfit through drink or drugs.
The Road Policing Unit tracked down a stolen Kia, which was believed to have been stolen from the Durham area and used to transport alleged suspects. They observed the Kia travelling in convoy with a stolen Skoda. The resulting police pursuit of these vehicles ended up with the Kia being involved in a collision.
The 17-year-old, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was found hiding in a bush near the scene of the collision. He is suspected of stealing one of the vehicles. One of the vehicles was later recovered.
The police had received reports off 11 separate crimes which were carried out in the Brunton Rise area of Gosforth and Augusta Park area of Dinnington in Newcastle. These offences included burglary, theft of cars, and motor vehicle interference.
Detective Constable Michael Scott, of the Newcastle High Impact Team, which investigates burglary offences, said: “This was superb work from our officers to respond to the reports coming in from the community and get a suspect in handcuffs while also recovering one of the stolen vehicles.
“We will now continue our enquiries in relation to this investigation.”
Detective Constable Scott added: “These offences appear to be opportunistic crimes, in which perpetrators look for unlocked properties or vehicles.”
The teenager has been released on police bail pending further enquiries.
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For those unable to contact the Force via those ways, call 101.
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