AN investigation has been launched after burglars stole several items from a garden centre including Christmas trees and children's games.
The incident took place at Trebaron Garden Centre, on Southworth Road, Newton-le-Willows.
Among the goods stolen were scented candles, Christmas trees, children’s games and a chain saw.
Officers are particularly keen to trace anyone who was in the area who might have seen a gold and white Mitsubishi 4x4 car.
CCTV from the store and surrounding areas is being examined and the scene has been forensically examined.
The break-in happened overnight between 9.30pm on Monday, November 7 and 4.30am on Tuesday, November 8.
It was during a search of the area following deployment to this job, PD Ghost, a German Shepherd, died after suffering traumatic injuries after being hit by a vehicle on the M6, as previously reported by the Star.
Detectives would urge anyone with any information about this incident, to contact detectives on 0151 777 6885 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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