As stated by Inspector Paul Reeves, Christchurch Police:
Police responded to a report of an incident on Rotherham Street, Riccarton, at around 12.30am today.
It is alleged a vehicle was used to gain entry to a premises and damage a window before leaving the scene.
A member of the public reported the vehicle, which was subsequently located by Police.
Police successfully deployed road spikes and the vehicle continued for a short distance before being abandoned near the intersection of Waltham Road and Austin Street with all four tyres deflated.
Two youths were taken into custody.
They are facing charges including aggravated burglary, unlawfully taking a motor vehicle, burglary, failing to stop and dangerous driving.
Both youths are due to appear in the Christchurch Youth Court today.
