Man Caught After Series of Burglaries in Weinviertel

The Slovak is said to have broken into garden sheds and a school with an accomplice who is on the run, stealing bicycles, a motorcycle, and non-ferrous metal. The total damage amounts to around 10,000 euros. The 24-year-old was taken to the Korneuburg prison, the police reported in a release on Friday.

Resident notified authorities

A resident had notified the police, and a patrol stopped the 24-year-old. He was traveling on a mountain bike, and his backpack contained tools and work gloves. In the bushes, the officers found a shopping bag with a crowbar and crushed copper downpipes. According to the information, during the suspect's interrogation and investigations, 13 burglaries, including three attempts, were clarified at least in the period from October 20 to 22. Another suspect was identified. The duo is said to have had a blackjack and a hunting knife with them during the burglaries. Investigations into the whereabouts of the still-at-large suspect and possible further crime scenes are ongoing.

(APA/Red)

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