10 arrested after Gosforth burglaries as police investigate incidents in Great Park and Kingston Park
by Owen Younger · ChronicleLive10 people have been arrested after a spate of burglaries in Gosforth, as police have been investigating incidents in areas such as Great Park and Kingston Park. There is an increased police presence in these areas as officers continue to carry out enquiries.
Out of the 10 people that have been arrested in relation to the investigation, four people have been charged with a range of offences, with one in police custody.
Those four people have been charged with a total of 17 offences so far, and three of them have been remanded in prison. Four other people have been released on police bail as officers make further enquiries.
A spokesperson for Northumbria Police said: "Our advice is that residents ensure their vehicles and property are always left securely locked when leaving them and any valuables kept out of sight. Your local team will be in the area, please stop them for a chat or to pass on any information you might have.
"Our investigations continue, and we are hopeful that more charges will be brought. Whilst we cannot discuss individual cases with anyone other than the person involved, we are working hard to ensure your communities remain safe."
Northumbria Police ask that if you see something suspicious in your area to send a direct message on social media or use the live chat function or report forms which are on the website here. In an emergency, or if a crime is taking place, police ask you to always call 999.
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