Arrests made in connection with burglary in Basingstoke
Detectives have made two arrests in connection with a burglary in Basingstoke.
Some time between 1.30am and 2.30am on Sunday, June 5, offenders gained access to Martins Newsagents in Chineham Shopping Centre, by ramming the front doors with a vehicle.
The offenders stole a large quantity of cigarettes from the shop and made off in a small red car.
At around 2am police received a call from a member of the public reporting that a car was on fire in a woodlands area at the end of Priestly Road, behind North Hampshire Hospital in Basingstoke.
Two men were seen running from the car – a red Suzuki Alto – before it was set on fire.
An 18-year-old man from Basingstoke was arrested and has since been released with no further action.
A 16-year-old boy from Basingstoke, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was arrested on suspicion of burglary and arson. He has been bailed until August 1.
Detectives continue to appeal for anyone who saw anything suspicious around Chineham Shopping Centre or near the hospital to get in touch.
Can you help?
Anyone with information is asked to contact Det Con Panter at Basingstoke CID on 101 or call the Crimestoppers charity anonymously on 0800 555 111. Mini-Com users can call 01962 875000. From outside Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, please call 0845 045 45 45. To contact an officer please use our Contact an Officer Form
