Police have issued a warning after homeowners were woken by a brick being launched through their door in the early hours of the morning.
At around 5am on Friday, October 7, a brick was thrown through the external kitchen door of a house on Hinderton Road in Neston. The suspect or suspects then entered the kitchen and moved items around.
While nothing was stolen, the incident has left the occupants "very shaken" and has prompted police to encourage homeowners to be extra vigilant heading into the winter.
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DC Tom Davies, of Cheshire Police, said: “It may be that the occupants disturbed the suspects before they had chance to take anything when they came downstairs. Needless to say, this has left the homeowners very shaken by their ordeal.
"We completely understand that burglary can cause a huge amount of distress to the victims and in some cases it can stick with them for the rest of their life. We’re currently supporting the victims along with family and friends and are appealing for anyone with information, whether that’s doorbell or CCTV footage, or information on suspicious activity, to contact us.
“We’re also looking for anyone who has noticed any loose bricks missing from their property to get in touch, as the brick used in the offence was left at the scene and isn’t believed to have been taken from the victims garden.”
Officers have also warned that, as the nights get longer, the darkness gives thieves greater opportunity to act. DC Davies said: “I’d urge residents to look out for neighbours and keep an eye out for suspicious activity. If it doesn’t feel right, contact police and report it.
“It’s also worth reviewing your security to see how you can make life more difficult for thieves, whether that’s installing CCTV or a doorbell camera, or putting security lights at the front and back of the house.”
Anyone with information on the burglary in Neston should contact Cheshire Police via the website or 101 quoting IML 1383055. Alternatively, information can be given anonymously by contacting Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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