Technology helps in arrest of La Lucia burglar
The suspect was found in possession of various housebreaking tools.
A SUSPECT allegedly linked to several housebreaking cases in La Lucia was arrested on Thursday morning with the aid of technology.
The suspect, who was found in possession of various housebreaking tools, was tracked using community-funded cameras and arrested on William Campbell Drive.
Marshall Security spokesperson, Tyron Powell, said they received a call about the break-in at about 04:00.
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“We received a mobile panic alert from a client on Gainsford Place in the La Lucia area after a suspect broke into the garage and vehicles. An accurate description of the suspect was supplied by the homeowner to our officers.
“We were able to track the suspect’s movements using cameras leading to his arrest on William Campbell Drive. Various housebreaking implements were found in the suspect’s possession. The suspect will be charged for housebreaking and being in possession of housebreaking implements,” he said.
Powell added the suspect was handed over to the Durban North SAPS.
