Police are appealing for information following a burglary in Whitehill on January 19.
It happened at an address in Waldown Road-a garden shed was broken into and a red ride-on lawn mower was stolen. Two youths were spotted in the area acting suspiciously and police would like to trace them.
They are described as:
• White
• 13-17 years old
• 5ft 2 and 5 ft 5 tall
• Clean pale complexions
• Dark hair or wearing beanie style woolly hats
• Slim to average build
• Wearing dark coloured hooded tops and dark coloured trousers
PC Simon Denton who is investigating said: “This is an unusual incident. A witness has reported seeing two youths by the junction of Conde Way and Apollo Drive. They were pushing a ride on mower up a slight embankment on to open ground.
“We would urgently like to speak to these youths. Do you know who they are? Have you been offered a red ride on mower for sale?”
Crime ref 44120028085
Can you help?
Anyone with information is asked to contact PC Denton 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
