On Friday 13 May 2011, members of Devonport CIB, Western Drug Investigation Services and Burnie CIB, charged four men from Burnie with various offences in relation to two significant business burglaries in the Western District committed during early May 2011.

The charges relate to a $20,000 burglary and stealing from the Ridgley roadhouse, Ridgley on 3 May 2011, and a $16,000 burglary and stealing from the Devonport RSL.

The four men have been bailed and will appear in the Burnie Magistrates Court at a later date.

Police would like to thank members of the public for their valuable assistance in the ongoing investigation.

Police would like to speak to anyone who witnessed or have any information in relation to these burglaries.  Anyone with information is asked to contact Devonport CIB or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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