Strike Force Trident Detectives have charged a 13-year-old male following an unlawful entry in Durack.

Senior Sergeant Mark Stringer said the youth unlawfully entered the University Avenue property on Tuesday and stole a number of electronic items, a wallet and a Nissan Micra.

“It is alleged the youth then drove the vehicle around the Palmerston and rural area before being apprehended by Palmerston General Duties members.”

He was arrested and charged with:

• Aggravated unlawful entry
• Unlawful use of stolen motor vehicle
• Stealing
• Drive unlicensed
• Drive with alcohol in blood.

He was remanded in custody and will appear in Youth Justice Court on Friday 8 May.