Tradie faces prison after stealing cars, hiding gun and drugs
Jag Searle, 25, pleaded guilty to stealing multiple cars from Ballarat, including one disguised with white paint and false plates.
Why it mattersA convicted car thief with a gun poses real community risk; the case shows how stolen vehicles can be rapidly disguised and moved.
AustraliaThis crime occurred in Ballarat, Victoria, and highlights vehicle theft patterns in regional areas where stolen cars are quickly modified and relocated.
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