A MIRRABOOKA man will appear in Fremantle Magistrates Court today, charged after allegedly breaking into the home of an 87-year-old Myaree woman before stealing jewellery and other items.
The alleged incident occurred about 1.40pm Wednesday, when the woman was at home.
Police believe the 32-year-old smashed the laundry door of the Marmion Street property before entering the home.
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READ NOW“Fremantle Detectives took carriage of the investigation and located the man on South Street, Beaconsfield the following morning,” a police spokesman said.
The man was charged with aggravated burglary, stealing and possessing a smoking implement.
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