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Appeal after attempted burglary in Sandown

This in from police, in their own words. Ed


Detectives have started an investigation into an attempted burglary on the Isle of Wight.

Police were called to the High Street in Sandown at 11.58pm on Monday, August 12, 2013.

A search of the area was carried out for suspects and evidence.

Investigating officer Detective Constable Katy Lee from Isle of Wight CID said:

“Initial enquiries have found that burglars tried to access a flat in Sandown High Street. They did not manage to get inside or steal any property.

“We believe this may be linked to a similar incident when someone smashed a window to a property in Regent Street, Shanklin just after 3am this morning (Tuesday, August 13 ,2013). One person was seen nearby wearing a blue hooded top.”

Get in touch
Witnesses or anyone with information are asked to contact CID at Newport Police Station by phoning 101. Alternatively, call the independent Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111 if you wish to remain anonymous.

The Mini-com number, which is used by deaf and hard of hearing callers, has changed to Minicom TextRelay 18001 101.

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