Police appeal following attempted burglary in Staffordshire
The suspects are believed to have successfully removed the door locking mechanism and removed the door chain before attempting entry.
Police are appealing for information following an attempted burglary in Staffordshire.
The incident occurred at around 1am on October 27 at a property on Victor Street, Stone, in the vicinity of Alexandra Street.
Police received reports that two individuals wearing face coverings approached the property and attempted to gain entry.
The suspects are believed to have successfully removed the door locking mechanism and removed the door chain before attempting entry. They then ran from the property after becoming aware that the occupant was awake and aware of their presence.
A spokesperson from Stafford Borough Police said: “we are keen to hear from anyone who:
- Saw two suspicious individuals in the area around the time of the incident.
- Has CCTV, doorbell camera, or dashcam footage covering Victor Street, Alexandra Street, or surrounding streets between 12:30am and 1:30am on 27 October 2026.
- Noticed any suspicious activity, persons, or vehicles in the area.
- Any information, no matter how insignificant it may seem, could assist with our enquiries.
Please contact [email protected] quoting reference 24 of 27/10/2026. If you wish to provide information anonymously, please contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit the Crimestoppers website.
Thank you for your assistance in helping to keep our community safe.”