Strike Force Viper have charged a 39-year-old man following an unlawful entry at a commercial premises earlier this week.

On Wednesday, it is alleged that the man stole approximately $10,000 in tools after unlawfully entering the premises on Elder Street, Ciccone. 

Strike Force Viper executed a search warrant on a residence in Alice Springs yesterday, where all of the stolen tools were recovered.

Investigators have charged the man with:

•          Aggravated unlawful entry

•          Stealing

•          Damage to property

He was remanded to appear in Alice Springs Local Court today.