33-year-old suspect arrested for alleged theft of 2 lorries

A 33-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly stealing two lorries along Bangkit Road and Chestnut Avenue.

In a news release on Thursday (Apr 21), police said the incident came to light when a case of motor vehicle theft was reported on Apr 12 at about 7.40am. Through ground enquiries and with the aid of police cameras, the identity of the suspect was established.

He was eventually arrested at Bangkit Road on Wednesday, police said. The suspect is also believed to be involved in another case of motor vehicle theft at Chestnut Avenue on Apr 15 at about 9am.

He will be charged in court on Friday. If convicted, he faces a jail term of up to seven years and shall also be liable to a fine.