Canterbury Copper Piping Burglar Caught in Late-Night Break-In Arrest

Copper Pipery Burglar Nabbed in Canterbury

A 39-year-old man has been arrested in Canterbury, suspected of a string of burglaries targeting copper piping. Police believe he may be behind multiple break-ins around the A28 Sturry Road area.

Late-Night Break-In Leads to Arrest

kent-police/" title="Kent Police" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">Kent Police snapped into action after a report of suspicious activity at an empty home on Glenside Avenue at 11.50pm on Saturday, 4 September 2021. Officers found a forced door and caught the suspect inside, promptly arresting him on burglary charges.

Police Urge Witnesses and Victims to Speak Up

Investigators want anyone with info on these offences to come forward — especially victims of similar crimes who haven’t yet reported them. Call the East Kent appeals line on 01843 222289 and quote reference 46/166340/21.

You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously at 0800 555111 or via their online form.

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