Australian Kid Hacks Mousetrap into Burglar Alarm: Catches Lunch-Money Thief

Meet Harry Cordaiy, a modern-day McGyver. The 11 year old schoolkid from Sydney, Australia got so sick of a mystery schoolmate stealing lunch money that he hacked together a tracking device from a mousetrap, a $5 bill and some green food dye.

The thief, who was already living large on the $165 amassed in previous raids, took the bait. The trap was in the back pocket of Harry's backpack, and when he discovered the cash missing, he alerted classmates. Accoring to the Syndney Morning herald:

[A]fter he spread the word among classmates - a witch-hunt began.

Imagine the chaos of hundreds of 11 year olds running around checking for green fingers. The search was a succcess, and the crime spree turned out to be a team effort. The first perp was busted on his way to the bathroom, and he quickly fingered his accomplice. The teachers verdict, according to Harry's mother:

Initially, the vice-principal had to say it was a little extreme and we don't condone it - but privately teachers were, like, 'Good on you, mate'.

For his efforts, Harry receives an honorary roll of Gadget Lab Duct Tape.

To catch a thief [Syndney Morning Herald via BoingBoing]