Three young boys aged from 11 to 14 have been charged with stealing a vehicle from a Mount Isa business and crashing it into parked cars.
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Police said that between 3.45pm and 5pm on July 31, a number of people allegedly entered two businesses on West St via back entries.
Police said they entered a back door of one business and stole a packet of cigarettes as well as a handbag containing a wallet and set of vehicle keys.
One of the alleged offenders used the keys to enter the vehicle and drive off.
In the process they allegedly hit a parked vehicle before fleeing the scene.
Police have charged three teenagers with a number of offences.
A 13-year-old Mount Isa boy was charged with unlawful use of a motor vehicle and is expected to appear in Mount Isa Childrens Court at a later date.
A 14-year-old Mount Isa boy was charged with stealing, unlawful use of a motor vehicle, driving without a licence and two counts of enter premises and commit. He is due to appear in Mount Isa Childrens Court at a later date.
An 11-year-old Mount Isa boy was cautioned in relation to unlawful use of a motor vehicle and will be dealt with under the provisions of the Youth Justice Act.
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