AN East Ruimveldt teenager accused of stealing from his employer was on Monday given a second chance when his boss dropped the break-in charge against him. 

The 17-year-old youth was accused of breaking into the Bandrite Variety Store and carting off four DVD players valued $140,000, and four video cameras valued at $110,000, along with $4,000 cash, totalling $254,000, being the property of Deon Jack.
The teenager was about to plead to the charge when Jack indicated to City Magistrate Ann McLennan that he wished for the matter to be withdrawn, because the youngster is in his employ and should be given a second chance to mend his ways.
The matter was dismissed against the teenager, who was scolded by the magistrate to turn over a new leaf.