A man is in custody following a targeted police operation in the state's north-west.
Police were searching for the man who is a person of interest in relation to a series of incidents including motor vehicle stealing and robbery, in Devonport, Railton and Kimberley this morning.
Due to information received, police located the man, who was driving a silver Alfa Romeo, in the Penguin area about 4.50pm.
He fled from his vehicle near Preservation Bay and attempted to flee on foot.
The man surrendered to attending police and was safely taken into custody.
Significant police resources including helicopter and specialist resources were involved in the search.
No one was physically injured during the incidents.
Investigations into the incidents are continuing.
Anyone with information should contact Devonport Police on 131444 or report to Crime Stoppers on 1800333000 or crimestopperstas.com.au
