A stolen vehicle spotted travelling at speed through Papakura last night caught the eye of Police.
At about 11.45pm, officers noticed a Subaru travelling an excessive speed on Beach Road towards Chichester Drive.
Counties Manukau South Area Prevention Manager, Inspector Matt Hoyes, says a Police Camera Operator became aware of the job and observed the vehicle as it continued on State Highway 1 near Ramarama.
"The vehicle has then exited at Razorback Road where the Police helicopter has been able to monitor its movements to Tuakau Bridge where it parked outside a rural address.
"Officers quickly took four people at the address into custody and the vehicle was recovered."
Inspector Hoyes says this was great work by officers who persevered when losing sight of the stolen vehicle.
"We would also like to remind people to remain vigilant and make sure their vehicles and property are kept safe and secure.
"Any suspicious or concerning activity should be reported to Police immediately on 111."
An 18-year-old has been charged with burglary and unlawfully taking a motor vehicle and will appear in Pukekohe District Court at a later date.
