The boy was taken to Griffith Police Station. Photo: Oliver Jacques.
A 12-year-old Griffith boy has been charged after police allege he stole a kick scooter from a home and was found carrying a modified multi-tool while already on bail.
Police say they stopped the boy and another youth at about 4:30 pm on Tuesday (19 May) in Lowing Place near the intersection of Turner Street, following information from the public.
Officers will allege the boy entered the front yard of a home on McKenzie Place a short time earlier and stole a kick scooter.
Police further allege the boy was in possession of a scooter matching the description of the one taken when he was stopped.
The 12-year-old was arrested and taken to Griffith Police Station.
During a search of the suspect, police allege they found a modified metal multi-tool.
Police said the boy was already on bail and subject to strict bail conditions at the time.
He was charged with entering a prescribed premises without lawful excuse, larceny and possessing house-breaking implements.
Police refused bail and he will appear in court at a later date.
