Tools and equipment stolen in petrol station burglary

Tuesday, 23 January 2024 00:00

Wiltshire Police are seeking witnesses to a burglary at the Tesco Extra Petrol station in Salisbury.

Tools and equipment were stolen during the break-in which happened whilst the forecourt was closed for renovations.

A spokesperson for Wiltshire Police said, "We are appealing for witnesses following a burglary at a petrol station in Salisbury.

"Overnight between 12.30am and 8am on January 11, the Tesco Extra garage in Southampton Road was broken in to whilst it was closed for renovation work to take place.

"Approximately £7,000 worth of tools and equipment were stolen.

"We are keen to hear from anyone who saw anybody acting suspiciously in the area around the time, or anyone who may have CCTV or dash cam footage.

"If you can help, call 101 and quote crime reference number 54240003726.

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

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