Appeal after aggravated burglary in Birstall

Detectives investigating an aggravated burglary in Birstall are appealing for public help to trace those responsible.
The incident took place at about 12.45pm on Tuesday February 22 in the Station Road area of Birstall when three men forced their way into the home and threatened the occupants.
The offenders have then made off with cash and jewellery. No one was hurt during the incident.
Two of the men responsible were white and were wearing either balaclavas or masks on their faces.
Detective Constable Sukhvinder Obhi is investigating the incident, he said: “This was a frightening incident which understandably has left the occupants of the house extremely shocked and distressed.
“The incident took place during the day and I am sure someone may have seen some men acting suspiciously or the offenders leaving the area, if you believe you can help then please get in touch.
“We would also urge anyone who saw a vehicle not usually seen in the area either being parked or driven around the area around lunchtime on Tuesday February 22 to contact us.
“Any information, no matter how insignificant it may seem, could help us move this investigation along. Any calls received will be treated in confidence.”
Anyone with any information is asked to contact DC 575 Sukhvinder Obhi on Leicester (0116) 222 2222, follow the instructions to leave a message for a police officer and when prompted key in the officer’s identification number 0575. Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers, which is free* and anonymous, on 0800 555 111.

Issued on 09/03/11 at 16:05
Crime reference number: NH/00896/11-7

(Copied from Leicestershire Constabulary website)
- posted by Anonymous on Wednesday, March 09, 2011

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