A MAJOR ARREST has been made in connection to a spate of break and enters in Byron Bay in the past two weeks.
About ten police chased a suspect by foot around Byron Bay’s CBD at around 11am Sunday October 31, 2016.
A 27-year-old man was caught on Ruskin Street a short time later and was charged with aggravated break and enter and stealing a motor vehicle.
He was refused bail and appeared in Tweed Local Court Monday 1st, where he was again refused bail. He will reappear in Lismore Local Court on December 20.
Byron Bay crime manager, Detective Chief Inspector Brendon Cullen said police hope the arrest will have a significant impact in reducing recent break and enter incidents in the Byron Shire.
But Police are investigating at least one other suspect in connection to the home invasions.
Inspector Cullen urged Byron Shire residents to ensure their properties are locked up at night following reports most of the break and enters have involved unlocked houses.
If you see anything suspicious in your neighbourhood, contact Byron Bay Police Station on 6685 9499.