Pub raids near Shrewsbury may be linked

The Inn at Grinshill and the Burlton Inn at Burlton were broken into during the early hours of today. At least two people were involved in the burglaries and left the scenes by car.

Cash was stolen from the Grinshill pub after a door was forced open between 1am and 7am.

Nothing was stolen from the Burlton Arms after the intruders were disturbed inside the premises at 4.15am, having broken in by forcing doors.

An appeal for witnesses and information about the offenders has been issued by police.

A West Mercia Police spokesperson said: "We believe these two burglaries were probably carried out by the same people. An investigation is underway and we would welcome any information which might help, to be forwarded to Shrewsbury police station on 0300 333 3000."

Information can also be given to the anonymous Crimestoppers number, 0800 555 111.