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Teen sentenced to suspended jail for apartment raid and assault

A 17-year-old pleaded guilty to attacking and robbing a man in his Canberra apartment. He and three others tricked their way into the building by claiming to retrieve a lost bag. The judge gave him a two-year suspended sentence.

Why it mattersThe case shows how criminals trick their way into secure buildings and the serious injuries that can happen in violent home invasions.

AustraliaThis Canberra case illustrates growing apartment security risks in Australian cities and how young offenders can be drawn into violent crimes.

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Man sentenced for stashing 175 kg of illegal tobacco in Canberra

Taha Mahmood, 25, was given a two-year good behaviour order. He had about 175 kg of illegal tobacco in Narrabundah.

Why it mattersThe case shows the size and criminal links of Australia's illegal tobacco trade. It costs taxpayers money and feeds larger organised crime networks.