Warning issued following spate of family gold burglaries in Wellington
Police officers in Telford are urging residents in the Wellington area to stay vigilant following a spate of family gold burglaries.
West Mercia Police say there has been a number of burglaries across the borough of Telford and Wrekin over recent months. With the value of gold currently very high, there has been an increase in reports of burglaries where jewellery, particularly from Asian families, has been targeted.
The first incident occurred on Friday 23rd October at between 4pm and 8:40pm in Parkdale, Hadley. The second incident took place on the same day between 5:30pm and 11:30pm in Kingsway Crescent, Arleston. The third burglary happened on Herbert Avenue, Wellington on Monday 26th October between 7:15pm and 8:20pm.
In all of the incidents items of gold jewellery have been taken.
Investigating officer DI Jason Everett said: "I would like to reassure residents that we are actively investigating these incidents. Domestic burglary will not be tolerated; we invest a considerable amount of attention to detecting and preventing these crimes from happening. Crimes such as these can have a devastating affect on the victims. As well as financial value it normally has personal value due to its historical and religious symbolism. I would also warn those responsible for committing these crimes that every effort will be made to identify and bring you before the courts."
Officers are keen to speak to anyone who may have witnessed the incident or that may have any further information please call police on the non-emergency 101 number quoting incident reference number 742s of Sunday 23rd October.
Alternatively, information can be given anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or visiting their website.
