Teen charged with theft offences following search warrant

A 15-year-old boy has been charged with theft offences after a search warrant was executed this morning.

Earlier this month, police allege that the teen was part of a group that was involved in numerous bottle shop thefts and an aggravated burglary.

Following investigations, a search warrant was executed by officers from Woden Patrol this morning (Friday, 29 August 2025) in the Molonglo district.

Officers seized numerous items at the location, including clothing, drugs, drug paraphernalia, a balaclava and electronic devices.

The teen was charged with theft, joint commission aggravated burglary - intent to damage property and two counts of joint commission theft.

He is expected to appear before the Children’s Court later this afternoon (Friday, 29 August 2025).

Anyone with further information or who can assist police is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via the Crime Stoppers ACT website.  Please quote 8128411. Information can be provided anonymously.