Police Dog ‘Yogi’ has saved the day after a 91-year-old man was robbed by two teenage boys in Casino on Monday.
Police say that just after midnight on January 4, the teenagers broke into the elderly man’s home on Stapleton Avenue, Casino. Once inside, they stole personal items, including the keys to the man’s car.
“The youths aged 13 and 16 allegedly stole the occupants vehicle and left it unattended in Summerland Way, Casino,” NSW Police said in a statement this morning.
“Police located the vehicle a short time later where they established a perimeter and called for the assistance of the Police Dog Unit.
“Police Dog Yogi picked up the scent and took his handler on an extensive track which led straight to the young persons.”
The teenagers were arrested and taken to Casino Police Station to be charged.
The 16-year-old was charged with aggravated enter dwelling w/i – knowing people there, Take & Drive conveyance w/o consent of owner, Possess housebreaking implements, Never licensed person drive vehicle on road, and larceny.
He was refused bail and will reappear before Casino Children’s Court on January 13.
The 13-year-old was charged with aggravated enter dwelling w/i – knowing people there, Larceny, and be carried in conveyance taken w/o consent of owner.
He was granted conditional bail and will appear before Casino Children’s Court on January 20.
