The 17-year-old suspect was held on suspicion of conspiring to steal from a motor vehicle in relation to car stripping offences after police swooped on an address in Saltley
West Midlands Police officers (stock image) (Image: WMP)
A teenage boy was arrested by police probing car cannibalism offences in Birmingham.
The 17-year-old suspect was held on suspicion of conspiring to steal from a motor vehicle in relation to car stripping offences.
He was arrested in the Saltley area yesterday, Thursday, April 24, West Midlands Police said.
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He was later bailed subject to strict conditions.
This included being inside during evenings, police added.
In a statement, police said: “We have arrested a teenager in connection with car cannibalism offences in Birmingham.
“We issued an appeal for information to identify a potential suspect earlier this month.
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“Following enquiries our Vehicle Crime Team arrested a 17-year-old boy from an address in the Saltley area yesterday (24 April).
“He was arrested on suspicion of conspiring to steal from a motor vehicle in relation to car stripping offences – also known as car cannibalism.
“The 17-year-old was bailed with strict conditions – which includes having to remain indoor during evenings – pending further enquiries.
“We take all vehicle crime, including car cannibalism seriously, and it is a priority to tackle this incredibly distressing crime.”