Newark: Police make four arrests in relation to car key burglaries in Bingham, Cotgrave, Radcliffe and West Bridgford

Four arrests have been made in clamp down on car key burglaries in the Newark area.

A major police operation relating to a series of car key burglaries saw officers swoop five addresses yesterday morning, resulting in four arrests.

Four warrants were executed around the Oxclose Lane area of Nottingham and one in Cropwell Bishop.

Three men, aged 19, 23 and 24, and one 17-year-old boy were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit burglary between October 11 and November 27, 2020.

They were all bailed while detectives continue with their enquiries.

The arrests relate to several burglaries including addresses in Bingham, Cotgrave, Radcliffe, West Bridgford and Arnold, as well as others in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, and Nuneaton, Warwickshire.

Detective Sergeant Gary Hewson said: “Nottinghamshire Police takes burglary extremely seriously and will always proactively and thoroughly investigate reported incidents and work tirelessly to make arrests.

“Yesterday morning’s activity, under the banner of Operation Terrestrial, is a large step forward in this detailed and ongoing investigation and those arrested will now be questioned.

“We’re absolutely committed to driving down burglaries across our county and to keep our communities safe but we need people to help us and themselves by being extra vigilant and checking their home security to guard against opportunistic burglars.

“At this time of year people’s homes are left in darkness for longer, giving criminals more opportunity to break in by looking for the easiest way of getting into your home without being seen or disturbed.

“Following crime prevention advice can help make life as difficult as possible for them and decreases the chances of your home being targeted.

“Many burglaries happen because a door has been left unlocked or window has been left open, which is really an open invitation for burglars. We can’t stress enough how important it is to make sure your front and back doors are locked and your windows are closed and locked, even when you’re in the house.

“Improving security features like locks and alarms, and making sure your house always looks occupied can also make a big difference.”

If you see any suspicious behaviour in your area, contact Nottinghamshire Police directly on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. In an emergency always call 999.

For more information on how to protect your home visit https://www.nottinghamshire.police.uk/document/advice-home