This is a message from Christopher Hand of our Priority Crime Team.
“A series of daytime burglaries have come to light over the past few months in the Vale area. They feature good class dwellings, mostly either rural or village locations.
The offenders are forcing entry, using whatever they can find in the garden of the property to smash doors or windows. Often they are then using keys left in the doors or windows to unlock and gain entry.
Property being stolen ranges from jewellery to audio and visual equipment.
On several occasions witnesses have come forward having noticed suspicious persons or vehicles in the location.”
We are appealing to you to help us with further information. Please be vigilant, and note down details of any suspicious person, or vehicles you see in your area.
Any information can be passed to Detective Sergeant Chris Hand, by calling 08458 505505. If you see an incident in progress, and require immediate attendance, please call 999.
Please remind all your friends and neighbours NOT to leave keys in the lock, or visible from door or windows. If you require specific advice for your property, please call 08458 505505, and ask to speak to your local Crime Reduction Advisor.