Two simultaneous search warrants have led to two arrests in relation to a slew of shoplifting across Christchurch.
“The arrests we have made relate to shoplifting and fraud matters totalling in excess of $20,000,” says Detective Sergeant Mike Freeman, Christchurch Fraud Squad.
“A significant portion of electrical equipment stolen from commercial premises has been recovered.
“Our understanding is that these items were stolen between 20 October and 3 November.”
The two warrants took place in Hei Hei and Hornby at around 8:15am today, while a third warrant took place later in the day.
A 30-year-old man has appeared in Christchurch District Court today, on two charges of causing loss by deception (over $1000), two charges of theft of a motor vehicle, and eight charges if shoplifting (over $1000). He has been remanded in custody and is due to reappear tomorrow.
A 63-year-old woman is due to appear on 19 November on charges of causing loss by deception (over $1000) and theft of a motor vehicle.
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Issued by Police Media Centre