Thursday, 14 February 2019

Bike Thefts On The Rise Around Merewether

BY IAN CROUCH

Newcastle Police are urging residents living in Merewether and surrounding suburbs to ensure their homes and garages are locked after a spike in property theft.

Thieves have been targeting bicycles, even taking the front wheel of bikes chained to poles in public places and leaving the frame behind.

A 43-year-old man has been arrested and refused bail over two alleged break and enters and a stealing at Merewether, while a 39-year-old man was stopped by police after they found him with 3 bikes suspected of being stolen.

Police say despite the arrests, residents need to remain vigilant.