Teen girls charged with burglaries

Teen girls charged with burglaries

Two girls, aged 13 and 14, have been charged over aggravated burglaries in Northbridge and the city centre yesterday.

A police spokeswoman said numerous victims reported robberies, stealing and assault complaints in those areas from around 5pm.

None of the victims were seriously injured.

A group of eight juveniles ranging in age from 10 years to 14 years were arrested and taken to Perth Police Station.

It will be alleged a 13-year-old girl from Armadale and a 14-year-old girl from East Victoria Park were involved in three aggravated robberies and are due to appear in the Perth Children’s Court tomorrow morning.

Five of the children were released with further inquiries to continue and a 13-year-old boy was held in custody on a warrant.

Police are still investigating.

Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.