Source: New Zealand Police
A speedy response put Police on the trail of a pair of thieves in Blockhouse Bay overnight.
Around 10pm Police responded to reports the alarms were sounding at Blockhouse Bay Intermediate on Bolton Road.
Upon arrival it was confirmed the school had been broken into, and items were missing from some classrooms.
Auckland City West Area Response Manager Senior Sergeant Guy Baldwin says Eagle was quickly overhead and spotted the alleged offenders trying to make a getaway.
“Eagle saw two males jumping over fences nearby, in an attempt to evade Police,” he says.
“With Eagle orbiting overhead, the Dog team managed to locate the offender’s scent track, which in turn, led to the offenders.”
“This alleged offender had a bag containing three laptops in his possession, which were recovered and returned to the school,” Senior Sergeant Baldwin says.
“We continue to send the message that this is not acceptable, especially when offending targets important places like our schools.”
A 17-year-old male has been referred to Youth Aid.
Enquiries are ongoing to identify the second offender.
Anyone with information is asked to updated Police online now or call 105 using the reference number 250922/5751.
Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
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Amanda Wieneke/NZ Police
