ALLEGED CAR THIEF CUFFED IN GOSFORD

A man’s been charged after allegedly trying to break into cars in Gosford, while carrying a knife.

It’s understood an off-duty police officer confronted the thief, as he was allegedly stealing from a vehicle on Holden Street near the hospital.

The 52-year-old was taken to Gosford Police Station and charged with a string of theft and weapons offences.

He’ll front Gosford Local Court next month.

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