‘Teenage’ thieves target Wokingham homes

THIEVES thought to be teenagers raided three homes in Wokingham at the end of last month and police have launched an appeal to trace them.

Last week, Thames Valley Police released information about the burglaries which are believed to be linked and took place on Sunday, October 28 at some point between 3pm and 6.15pm.

In the first raid – echoing similar thefts that took place across the borough at the beginning of the year – the thieves gained access to the property through the rear. The property was searched upstairs and items of jewellery stolen.

The second raid took place on Webb Court around 6.30pm. Police said that the thieves attempted to get into the home via the front, but were disturbed and failed.

The force added that two boys were seen leaving the property and got into a parked car before driving away.

And just a few minutes later, the third raid took place on Webb Court between 6.45pm and 7.30pm.

Police said that the victim returned home to find the property had been searched. There was no sign of forced entry. A handbag, watch and set of keys were stolen.

The first offender is described as a white boy, aged between 16 and 18, around 6ft tall with slim build and was wearing dark clothing.

The second offender is also described as a white boy, aged between 16 and 18, around 5ft 8ins and of stocky build.

Investigating officer, Detective Inspector Mike Bettington from the

Complex Crime team at

Loddon Valley police station, said: “I am appealing for any witnesses who were in these areas at the time and may have seen or heard anything unusual.

“Anyone with information should contact Thames Valley Police on 101, quoting reference 43180329304.”

He added: “If you see a burglary in progress, or a burglary has occurred very recently, you should always report it by calling 999.”

Burglary prevention advice is available on the Thames Valley Police website at: www. thamesvalley.police.uk/cp/ crime-prevention/residentialburglary/