Man arrested for burglary in Thames

Attributable to Sergeant Shane Doddrell:

One man has been arrested following two burglaries and several reports of a person seen in properties in the Thames residential area over the last week.

A 28-year-old man is due to appear in Hamilton District Court today on two burglary charges.

We would like to commend our Thames staff for their work towards a successful arrest and making the Thames community safer.

Police would like to thank the public's support and assistance in providing important information to prevent crime and harm in our communities.

People can report offending as it is occurring by calling 111, or report matters after the fact by calling 105. Reports can also be made online by going to https://www.police.govt.nz/use-105 or anonymously by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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Issued by Police Media Centre