Three youths allegedly stole multiple vehicles and evaded police spikes

Monday 28 July 2025 · 2 outlets · 3 reports · updated Mon 28 Jul 2025, 11:56am

Three youths, including an 11-year-old, allegedly stole between seven and eight vehicles during a Sunday crime spree along the Otago coast. The group reportedly evaded police road spikes while driving at high speeds between Dunedin and Palmerston.

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1. StuffMon 28 Jul 2025, 11:23am

   Three youths including an 11-year-old evade police spikes in stolen vehicle (opens in new tab)

2. Otago Daily TimesMon 28 Jul 2025, 11:51am

   Eight cars stolen as youths lead police on high-speed chase up coast (opens in new tab)

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