Police arrest man allegedly involved in a series of robberies in Nasinu

Police arrest man allegedly involved in a series of robberies in Nasinu

By Shanil Singh
Friday 25/06/2021
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Police have arrested and charged an 18-year-old man who has been terrorizing and committing a series of robberies in Valelevu and nearby areas reported throughout the month of June.

They say a total of seven reports ranging from criminal intimidation, theft, assault were reported and investigated by Valelevu Police.

Police say over $7000 worth of items were allegedly stolen including a grinding machine, taxi meter, mobile phones, circular saw and a washing machine.

They have managed to recover more than $5000 worth of items.

The man has been charged with one count of aggravated robbery, one count of criminal trespass, two counts of robbery, three counts of burglary and three counts of theft.

He is expected to appear in the Nasinu Magistrate Court tomorrow.

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