Bracknell

Bracknell Burglaries

Police are appealing for information following two burglaries in Bracknell.

Both occurred on Monday (26/2) in the Priestwood area.

At approximately 5.35pm an elderly woman was at home in Moordale Avenue, Bracknell when a man knocked at the door claiming to be a water company official. He stated that he was investigating a burst water pipe and showed her an ID card before carrying out searches under the kitchen sink and in the bathroom.

While the woman was distracted, a further two men entered the property. She later noticed that items of jewellery and £200 in cash had been stolen.

The first man is white, in his late twenties or early thirties, approx 5ft 7ins and of medium build. He has a round face, short dark hair, and was clean shaven. He was wearing a dark suit and black leather gloves.

One of the other men is white, in his thirties and was wearing casual clothing.

The second burglary occurred in Roundshill, Wokingham Road, Bracknell sometime between 7am and 8.15pm, while the property owner was at work.

Culprits smashed a rear window using a brick, before entering the house and making an untidy search. They stole a laptop computer.

Anyone who has any information should contact PC Josh Pitts about the first incident or PC Tracey Croucher regarding the second. Both officers can be contacted via the police enquiry centre on 0845 8 505 505.

Alternatively, please call the Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111.

Police ask witness to come forward following Bracknell robbery

Police would like to speak to a man they believe may have witnessed a robbery in Bracknell on Tuesday (27/2).

At around 7.30am, the man was seen using a cash machine outside the Crown Wood shops in Opladen Way, Bracknell. He then waited nearby.

Around the same time, a 58-year-old man drove his red Nissan Almera into the customer parking area nearby.

A man approached the car, opened the driver’s door and shouted demands for the victim to get out. A struggle ensued during which the driver was struck in the mouth, causing minor injuries.

The offender managed to pull some keys from the ignition before running off, but dropped them as he fled. He then got into a black car, possibly a Volkswagen Golf, and drove towards Bracknell Sainsbury’s on Opladen Way.

The robber is white, about 30-years-old, 6ft and of slim build. He has thin face and dark collar-length hair.

Police are particularly keen to speak to the man seen waiting nearby, who also spoke to the victim shortly after the incident.

Anyone with any information is urged to contact PC Holly Whitwham via the Police Enquiry Centre on 0845 8 505 505. If you do not wish to speak to police or leave your name, please call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Witness appeal after Bracknell tortoise stolen in burglary

Police are appealing for information after a tortoise was stolen during a burglary in Bracknell.

Between 7.45am and 1.40pm on Wednesday (28/2), burglars broke into a house in Bolton Lane, Binfield, and stole various electrical items, including two laptop computers, and the family pet.

One man was arrested yesterday and has been bailed until the end of March pending further enquiries.

Anyone with any information is urged to come forward. Bracknell Police are particularly keen to speak to anyone who saw a white transit van in the area at the time.

Please contact DC Iain Watkinson via the Police Enquiry Centre on 0845 8 505 505, or speak to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Thames Valley Police ~ Bracknell