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ACT Policing is reminding Canberrans to secure their homes and hide valuables after three teenagers were charged with breaking into a Griffith home.
Last month (23 July 2025), three teenagers and an unknown offender in a stolen BMW sedan stopped on a street in Griffith, ACT.
A 14-year-old boy and 15-year-old boy attempted to enter a home through the front and rear doors but were unsuccessful as both were locked.
At the same time, a 15-year-old boy and an unknown offender entered a different residence on the same street through a pet door. Car keys and a mobile phone were stolen before both offenders left.
A short time later, three teenagers and the unknown offender re-entered the residence. One of the offenders allegedly struck a male occupant on the head with a mop handle. All four then fled in the stolen BMW.
The incident was captured on CCTV and reported to police. Following an investigation, three teenagers were arrested and charged with multiple offences, including aggravated burglary, common assault, theft and ride motor vehicle without consent.
One of the 15-year-old boys charged was subject to a good behaviour order and enquiries are continuing to identify the unknown offender.
Detective Acting Inspector Heidi Wright said offenders usually look for unlocked doors and pet doors or windows left open so they can grab what they can and make a quick getaway.
“If an offender can’t see an easy way in, they often won’t try.” Det. Insp. Wright said.
If you have any information in regard to home burglaries, please contact ACT Policing on 131 444, or make a report to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via the Crime Stoppers ACT website. Information can be provided anonymously.
For more information on home security visit the ACT Policing Website.