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Crossbow taken in burglary

Posted on 11/09/09

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Police are appealing for witnesses following a burglary from a shed in the Whitehill Road area of Ellistown, Coalville.

The incident happened sometime between 7pm on Saturday August 22 and 2.30pm on Sunday August 23, 2009, when thieves broke into the shed door.

Various items were stolen, including a high-powered crossbow, worth a substantial amount of money, a patio heater and a cement mixer.

PC Gary Gavin, who is investigating the incident, said: Im keen to speak to anybody who may have been offered a crossbow since this burglary. Its powerful and could be dangerous if not used properly.

If you have seen anybody in the area carrying an item like this or have any information about its whereabouts then please contact me.

We're appealing for anyone who may have any information about this incident or remembers any suspicious activity in the Whitehill Road area between these times to get in touch.

Anybody with any information is asked to contact PC 1230 Gary Gavin 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 1230. Alternatively contact Crimestoppers, which is free* and anonymous on 0800 555 111.

* Please note, some mobile phone service providers may charge for this call.

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