Three teens arrested after terrifying armed burglary near Warminster
Last night, three youngsters forced their way into a home in Fisherton De La Mere and threatened the occupants. They demanded car keys and cash before speeding off in the victim’s vehicle.
Chase ends in crash in Salisbury
Police spotted the stolen car in Salisbury but the driver refused to stop and ended up crashing the vehicle. Officers arrested a 16-year-old boy on suspicion of aggravated burglary and possession of cannabis.
A 15-year-old and a 14-year-old were also taken into custody, suspected of aggravated burglary, drug driving, and possession of Class B drugs. All three remain behind bars.
Weapons seized in follow-up searches
Further investigation led cops to discover several weapons, including an air rifle and pistols, which were seized as evidence.
Wiltshire Police vow to crack down on burglars
Chief Superintendent Ben Mant said: “Burglary remains a top priority for wiltshire.police.uk" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Wiltshire Police. Our dedicated burglary team, launched in July, targets prolific offenders and investigates offences.
“Burglary is one of the most impactful crimes a person can suffer. Your home should be your safest place. Someone breaking in changes lives forever. That’s why we are improving how we tackle residential burglary.”
- If you have any information, contact police on 101 quoting reference number 54230136878.
