Detectives in Oldham are investigating the burglary of a property in Failsworth

Oldham’s Neighbourhood Crime team continue to investigate the burglary of a property on Rose Hey Lane in Failsworth.

It is believed to have taken place on Friday 30 September 2022 between midnight and 8am where a Volkswagen Transporter was stolen along with two bicycles and electrical items, including a computer.

After a number of enquiries, detectives are now in a position to appeal to the public for additional information and want to speak to this man who they believe may be able to help with their investigation.

 

Detective Sergeant Matthew Adshead of Oldham’s CID said: “We’ve conducted a number of enquiries around this burglary and although no arrests have been made we are aware it occurred during a spike in related offences in the Failsworth area.

“We’re now appealing to members of the community if they have any further detail they can share that may help our ongoing investigation.

“This can be done by ringing the Oldham Neighbourhood Crime team directly on 0161 856 4521, 101 quoting incident 660 of 30/09/22 or anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”

To help us to help you, please follow our top tips in order to keep yourself safe protect your home from burglaries

1. Burglars love the dark. Deter them by setting an alarm, using light timers and locking doors and windows. Keep an eye on your neighbourhood and report anything suspicious.
2. Make sure the only thing you’re letting through your open window is fresh air. Close them when you leave the room to deter thieves.
3. You can add extra security to doors using additional security measures such as patio door locks which can be fitted over door handles or bolted down behind a sliding door.
4. Homes left in darkness can signify no one is at home. A few simple steps can deter thieves. Use a TV simulator, leave a radio tuned into a talk station on, and use light timers to turn lamps on as it goes dark.

For more burglary prevention advice please visit our website - Operation Castle | Greater Manchester Police (gmp.police.uk)