Shropshire Star

Thieves target Bridgnorth vehicles

Thieves have been targetting cars and vans to steal from in the Bridgnorth area.

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The offenders have been breaking into vehicles between Monday and Tuesday this week around Bridgnorth and Tasley, with thefts happening on Wenlock Rise and Maudlines Close.

Anything of value left in the cars was stolen, including cash, mobile telephones and alcohol.

Due to the nature and location of the crimes, West Mercia Police believe they were committed by the same offenders.

Police say they are keen to speak to any witnesses who may have information regarding the crimes, or regarding the identity of those involved.

Advice on keeping items safe can be found at https police.uk/article/8680/Vehicle-safety.

Police say the most simple advice is to ensure that all valuables are either removed form the vehicle, or out of view and that you make sure the vehicle is secure.

Anyone with information should contact them on 101, quoting incident reference number 0108S 061118.

Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800555111 or crimestoppers-uk.org.