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Teen arrested in Auckland robberies

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Staff Reporter

30 May 2024, 12:58 AM

Teen arrested in Auckland robberiesYouth charged after North Shore crimes.

A 15-year-old male has been arrested in connection with a series of aggravated robberies and burglaries on Auckland's North Shore over the past nine days.


The arrest follows an intensive investigation by local police into the string of crimes.


Inspector Michael Rickards, Waitematā East Relieving Area Commander, announced that the police are actively investigating two aggravated robberies on Rangatira Road in the Beach Haven suburb.





These incidents are part of a broader investigation that also includes three burglaries in Birkenhead, Beach Haven, and Takapuna, where vehicles were used to force entry into properties.


"North Shore CIB charged a 15-year-old male in relation to this investigation," said Inspector Rickards.


"He will appear in the Manukau Youth Court facing multiple counts of aggravated robbery, burglary, intentional damage, and vehicle charges."


Inspector Rickards emphasised the community impact of these crimes, stating, "Police are aware of the impact that this careless criminal activity has on the victims and the community. We remain committed to holding offenders to account and ensuring our community can feel safe."





The police are continuing their investigations and have not ruled out further arrests and charges.


They are urging anyone with information that could assist in the investigation or who witnessed the incidents to come forward.


Witnesses or those with relevant information can contact the police through their 105 phone service or online at the police website, using the reference file number 240523/2661.


Anonymous tips can also be provided via Crime Stoppers at 0800 555 111.