Newbury home damaged after burglary

Burglars ransacked Russell Road property but stole nothing

BURGLARS damaged a house in Russell Road, Newbury, before making off without stealing any goods.

The homeowners were left shaken after the incident, which occurred sometime between Tuesday, March 1 and Friday, March 4.

Offenders entered the property and searched the house, moving items around and causing damage to the property.

Det Con Jason Watkins, from Newbury CID, said: “Although nothing was stolen from the property the occupants have been left very shaken by the fact that someone has entered their home and searched through their belongings.

“I am keen to speak to anyone who may have seen anyone acting suspiciously in the area over the course of the week”.

Anyone with information should contact Det Con Watkins at Newbury police station on the police non-emergency number 0845 8 505 505 Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.