Media release

Arrests - Aggravated Burglary - Leanyer

Police

Strike Force Trident has arrested three adult males following an aggravated burglary at a licensed premises in Leanyer overnight.

Around 12:50am this morning, CCTV operators in the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre observed three offenders allegedly attempting to gain entry into the premises via a drive thru roller door.

Two of the offenders managed to pull open the roller door and hold it open while the other offender entered the premises and allegedly stole multiple bottles of spirits.

All three males then fled the area. Their movements were tracked by CCTV operators and General Duties apprehended them nearby.

The men aged 33, 36 and 44 were arrested and the stolen property was recovered.