One of two alleged daylight burglars caught on CCTV footage breaking into a South Auckland home has been caught, after being recognised by police.
Korie Preston, 17, was arrested on Tuesday for the February 24 burglary of a Weymouth family home the fourth burglary of the home in 18 months.
Despite the Ashleys having turned their home into a "fortress" following three burglaries in late 2012, two brazen burglars ignored the five security cameras around the property and busted in the Ashleys front door.
Police allege Preston, who lives locally, was one of the two crooks involved in the Blanes Rd burglary. They are still searching for his accomplice.
Tracey Kelly said yesterday it was a relief to know someone had been charged, but that hadn't stopped the family further fortifying their home.