breakins

Burglary gangs disguise themselves in workwear to launch terrifying break-ins

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Beware the hi-viz raiders: Burglary gangs disguise themselves in workwear to launch terrifying break-ins on shocked householders A man posed as a delivery driver before four others stormed a person’s home When the homeowner in Wilthamstow, London, opened the door they ran inside  Armed with knives, they entered several rooms in house and stole valuable … Read more

UK sees surge in castle break-ins and illegal metal detecting

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There has been a surge of castle break-ins, vandalism of ancient sites and illegal metal detecting as heritage thieves target Britain’s history during the lockdown. Two intruders were caught clambering on the rooftops of 12th-century Amberley Castle, West Sussex in the early hours of one morning and arrested for burglary and criminal damage. In a … Read more