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Break-in halted by Oswestry householder

A man attempted to burgle a house in Oswestry before being confronted by a householder.

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Break-in halted by Oswestry householder

The unknown male broke into a house in Oakhurst Road on Tuesday but ran off when he was confronted.

The burglar was described by police as white, aged between 18 and 24, and was said to be wearing a grey track suit top, grey jogging bottoms and a black hat.

Anyone with information is asked to contact West Mercia Police, quoting crime reference 0251s 111218.

Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or at crimestoppers-uk.org