Detectives seek CCTV footage of 'suspicious behaviour' after burglary in village near York

Detectives investigating a burglary in a village near York have asked the community for their help in finding the culprits.
The burglary happened in Byland Road, Coxwold. Picture: GoogleThe burglary happened in Byland Road, Coxwold. Picture: Google
The burglary happened in Byland Road, Coxwold. Picture: Google

North Yorkshire Police has issued an appeal for information about a house burglary in Byland Road, Coxwold.

They would particularly like to speak to anyone in the area with CCTV, who may have captured footage of any suspicious behaviour in the village at the time of the burglary.

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Burglars broke into the house at around 3.10am on Saturday and stole a number of items including a laptop, an amount of foreign currency and passports.

It is also thought that they tried to steal the homeowner's car, but were unsuccessful.

A person wearing light coloured clothing was seen making off in the direction of Byland Abbey, towards a waiting car.

A spokesman said: "Detectives are keen to speak to any home or business owners in the area who have CCTV, who may have recorded footage of the thieves or the vehicle.

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"They would also like to speak to any foreign exchange desks or travel agents, who may have been approached by people attempting to change currencies relating to Indonesia, India and Laos."

Anyone with any information is asked to email [email protected] or call 101, select option 2 and ask to speak to Gary SmithOwen of Northallerton Investigation Hub.

Please quote reference 12180010975 when passing on information.

Alternatively, call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.