WAGGA police say a neighbour stepped in to prevent a daylight break-in at a Glenfield Park home last week.
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A 22-year-old man, who lives in the suburb, was allegedly caught breaking into the home about 1pm on Tuesday.
According to police, the man was seen entering the rear yard of the home and a neighbour confronted him.
The man ran from the scene and police were called.
He was later arrested and charged with enter building/land with intent to commit indictable offence.
He will front Wagga Local Court on November 26.
"Police are urging residents to be aware of suspicious or unfamiliar persons knocking on doors or entering yards or garages," Wagga police said in a statement.
"Usually offenders will ask random questions or attend another house within the same or nearby locality.
"Residents should record and note descriptions of people or suspicious vehicle registration plates and call Wagga police immediately on 02 6922 2599."
A KOORINGAL woman has been charged after she was found in possession of knuckle dusters during a car stop in Wagga at the weekend.
Officers pulled over a red Holden Commodore in Shaw Street, Wagga, about 3.30pm on Saturday.
After speaking with the occupants, police said they had cause to search the car.
During the search, police say a pair of knuckle dusters - which are classed as a prohibited weapon - was found inside.
A 23 year-old woman was charged with possession of a prohibited weapon and will front Wagga Local Court on December 3.