Detectives from Strike Force Vega have charged two male youths following a series of unlawful entries in Alice Springs yesterday.

Detective Superintendent Brent Warren said two youths aged 13, along with three co-offenders, allegedly unlawfully entered four residences in Braitling and stole electronic devices, car keys, Avanti bicycles, alcohol and jewellery.

“The youths were arrested at Charles Creek a short time later, still in possession of some of the stolen property. Police have recovered stolen property including an iPad, three Avanti bicycles and alcohol, valued at over $4,000.”

The two youths have been charged with:

Unlawful entry (x4)

Stealing (x4)

Damage to property (x3)

Interfere with a motor vehicle.

“A 13-year-old was remanded in custody and will appear in Alice Springs Youth Justice Court today. The other 13-year-old will appear in court on 15 November 2013.”

Enquiries are continuing to locate the co-offenders and outstanding stolen property.

Police urge anyone who may have witnessed any suspicious activity in Braitling yesterday, or anyone with information, to contact Police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.