Two teens have been charged in a Sunday afternoon break and enter in Belleville.
At approximately 2:00 p.m., Belleville Police attended a business in the city’s east end, which was reportedly broken into and merchandise was stolen.
While officers were en route, the complainant advised that two youths had attended the store and were causing a disturbance, with one displaying a knife.
Upon arrival, officers located the two youths, who fled on foot but were quickly taken into custody without incident.
As a result of the investigation, the following persons were arrested and charged:
A 14-year-old Belleville male was charged with the following offences and released on an Undertaking:
· Possession of imitation weapon for dangerous purpose
· Break and enter – with intent to commit indictable offence
A 13-year-old Belleville male was charged with the following offences and released on an Undertaking:
· Theft under $5000
· Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000
· Break and enter – commit indictable offence
Both have their identity protected under the Youth Criminal Justice Act.
