Attribute to Inspector Wade Jennings, Hutt Valley Area Commander:
Police have arrested three burglars after they stole items and a car from a Lower Hutt home this morning.
The homeowner made a 111 call at 5am after having strangers in their house.
Thankfully, no one was hurt in the incident, and Police are providing support to the victim.
The house had been ransacked, and items of value were stolen, including their car from the garage.
Police acted fast and relayed the information to Police on patrol, who kept an eye out for the stolen car.
The car was seen parked at a Moera address around 6am and upon Police attendance, three people were taken into custody.
A 45-year-old man, 35-year-old man and 33-year-old woman have been charged with kidnapping and aggravated robbery.
They will be held in custody overnight and will appear in court tomorrow.
The stolen items were recovered, and the vehicle has been seized.
To report burglaries and thefts, contact Police. If it’s happening now, call 111. For any incidents after the fact, call 105 or use our service online by clicking ‘Make a report’.
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Issued by Police Media Centre