Detective Senior Sergeant James Keene

Police have arrested a 14-year-old identified in being involved in four
recent ram raids, and numerous unlawful takings of vehicles throughout Hawkes
Bay.

He is due to appear in Hastings District Court.

Police also apprehended a stolen vehicle involved in the ram raid of Big
Barrell, Carlyle St, Napier with three people inside.

A 13-year-old occupant of the car had a gash on his ankle that required
immediate medical attention.

He identified himself as the offender that kicked the glass door of the most
recent Ram Raid at the Big Barrell store.

Also admitting to the arresting officers his involvement in both of the ram
raids at Big Barrell Liquor store.

Enquiries are ongoing to identify the other parties involved, if you have any
information please contact the Police via 105 and quote file number
231020/3632

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