Arrest made as police hunt stolen historic mayoral chains taken in Dewsbury break-in
An arrest has been made following the theft of mayoral chains dating back to 1897 from Dewsbury Town Hall.
At 6:30am on Monday (Feb 2), police received a report thieves had broken into Dewsbury Town Hall.
It was reported the thieves entered through the roof at around 8.15pm on Sunday (Feb 1).
Once inside, police believe, they targeted a cabinet and stole the gold plated chains, which date back to 1897, before making their way out through the roof.
Following ongoing enquiries, police have arrested a 47-year-old man, in Mixenden on Saturday (Feb 7).
The man was questioned on suspicion of theft and possession of criminal property and later released on police bail.
The chains have not yet been recovered.
Police continue to appeal for anyone with any information to come forward.
A spokesperson for West Yorkshire Police said: “Multiple enquires, including extensive CCTV trawls, have been ongoing since the theft in the Kirklees CID led investigation.
“Police continue to search for the chains and are still appealing for information and footage regarding the offence.
“Information can be given via 101 or online at www.westyorkshire.police.uk/livechat referencing crime number 13260064393.
“It can also be given anonymously to the independent Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111.”