BURGLARS broke into a house and stole fishing equipment and car keys before making off in the homeowner's vehicle.

Offenders entry being gained to a house in Bassenthwaite Avenue, Moss Bank at around 10pm on Tuesday (August 20).

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They stole fishing equipment and keys to a silver Vauxhall Vectra Estate, which was stolen.

Police say forensic and CCTV enquiries are ongoing and anyone who saw suspicious activity in the area between 8pm and 10pm is asked to come forward.

  • People can provide information via @MerPolCC , call 101 with reference 19100466865 or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.