Cash and jewellery stolen in Downton burglaries

Wednesday, 8 May 2024 01:00

Wiltshire Police officers investigating burglaries in the Downton area are appealing for information from the public.

A home in Squarey Close was broken into at approximately midday on May 2nd, whilst an address in Green Lane was broken into on the same day at some point between 8am and 4pm.

A spokesperson for Wiltshire Police said, "Items of jewellery and cash were stolen during the burglaries.

"Officers have been carrying out house to house enquiries in the area and would like to hear from anyone who may have information which could assist - including CCTV, dash cam or doorbell footage.

"Anyone with information should call 101 and quote crime reference numbers 54240050582 & 54240050633.

"Alternatively, call CrimeStoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."

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