A 32-year-old man was arrested by the Primrose police recently on a charge of possession of suspected stolen property.<\/p>\n
The arrest was made while officers were on patrol in Main Reef Road.<\/p>
\u201cOfficers noticed the accused walking along Main Reef Road carrying two plastic bags,\u201d explained Sgt Styles Maome, communications officer for the Primrose police.<\/p>\n
\u201cWhen he saw the police he attempted to flee, but was soon cornered.\u201d<\/p>
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