Man to face court after using dating app to rob victim

Police this morning (Saturday, 22 August 2020) arrested a 20-year-old Wanniassa man for stealing a car and personal belongings.

The man is scheduled to face the ACT Magistrates Court today charged with theft and taking a motor vehicle without consent.

ACT Policing will allege the man used a dating app to meet his victim at a Narrabundah hotel on Wednesday, 5 August, where he stole a Toyota Camry and a number of personal items.

Police believe the man may be linked to further offenses and more charges may be laid.

Media enquiries

Police Media — (02) 5126 9070, act-police-media@afp.gov.au