Arrests made following spate of burglaries

Tuesday, 12 April 2022 10:36

Three people have been arrested after a spate of burglaries in Herefordshire.

Officers were investigating the recent reports of burglary and thefts in Madley, Eaton Bishop, Kingstone and the surrounding villages.

Two males wanted on warrant were arrested last Wednesday with one male remanded to prison.

Police made a further arrest on Friday when a search of a property in Eaton Bishop led to the recovery of 'suspected' stolen property.

A number of items including chainsaws, television and builders radios were seized.

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