An 18-year-old Auckland man has been arrested and charged in relation to two jewellery store burglaries in Palmerston North last week.
The man has also been charged in relation to the aggravated burglary of a Masterton jewellery store on 6 October.
The man was arrested by Masterton Police on 16 October and appeared in Masterson District Court. He has been remanded in custody, to reappear again on 20 October.
Police are following strong lines of enquiry to identify a second male involved in the Palmerston North burglaries.
“It was great that our colleagues in Masterton were able to locate and apprehend this offender so quickly,” says Detective Senior Sergeant Dave Thompson.
“I also want to thank members of the public who have come forward with information to assist our enquiries. Many had noticed suspicious behaviour earlier in the day and had recorded valuable information such as registration numbers. This was pivotal in identify the man arrested.”
Police continue to ask that anyone with information that could assist enquiries contacts Police via 105 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
