Police Report: Break-Ins Surge in North Brisbane

Police have charged two people in relation to a number of break ins and attempted break ins which occurred in North Brisbane between October 13 to October 16.

It will be alleged police began investigating a series of linked incidents at multiple businesses across Eagle Farm, Deagon, Pinkenba, Lutwyche and Hamilton.

Police will allege two white Ford Falcons were linked to the offences.

Following a tip off from a member of the public regarding a location of one of the vehicles, Polair, Hendra Criminal Investigation Branch, and Crestmead Property Team attended a Park Ridge address on October 17.

Police arrested a 16-year-old Kingston boy and 18-year-old Browns Plains man at the property and seized several items allegedly linked to the series of break ins.

The Kingston teen has been charged with 18 counts of enter premises with intent/commit, two counts of receiving tainted property obtained by way of a crime, and one count of fraud.

He is expected to appear before Brisbane Childrens Court today, October 18.

The Browns Plains man was charged with 14 counts of enter premises with intent/commit and is expected to appear before Brisbane Magistrates Court today, October 18.

Investigations into the incidents remain ongoing, and police ask anyone with information to come forward.

Earlier: Break ins and attempted breaks, North Brisbane – Queensland Police News (mypolice.qld.gov.au)

If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting or call 131 444.

Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.

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