Police Appeal After £150 Cash Stolen in Brewood Bakery Burglary
Staffordshire Police have launched a public appeal for information following a late-night burglary at a bakery in Brewood, South Staffordshire. The incident resulted in the theft of more than £150 in cash from the premises.
Details of the Break-In
The burglary occurred at a bakery located on Stafford Street in Brewood. According to police reports, the break-in is believed to have taken place between 11:00 PM and 11:15 PM on Thursday, March 19. Officers were alerted to the crime at approximately 2:45 AM on Friday, March 20, after reports of the incident came in.
Investigators attended the scene promptly and have since obtained CCTV footage from inside the bakery. This footage has led police to release images of a man they wish to speak with in connection with the burglary.
Police Statement and Appeal
A spokesperson for Staffordshire Police provided details on the case, stating, "We are releasing CCTV images of a man we would like to speak to in connection with a business burglary in South Staffordshire. We were called at 2:45 AM on Friday, March 20, to a bakery on Stafford Street in Brewood, following reports of a break-in. More than £150 cash was stolen from the till sometime between 11:00 PM and 11:15 PM on Thursday, March 19."
The police are urging anyone with information to come forward. They have issued an incident number for reference: 40 of 20 March. Individuals can contact the police directly by calling 101 and quoting this incident number. For those who wish to remain anonymous, Crimestoppers can be reached at 0800 555 111.
Community Response and Investigation
Local authorities are reviewing the CCTV footage thoroughly as part of their ongoing investigation. The release of the images aims to assist in identifying the suspect and gathering further evidence. This burglary has raised concerns within the Brewood community, highlighting the importance of vigilance and reporting suspicious activities.
Police emphasize that any information, no matter how small it may seem, could be crucial in solving this case. They continue to work diligently to apprehend the culprit and prevent similar incidents in the future.
