Daring Dawn Burglary at Witney School – Police Hunt Thieves

Thames Valley Police have launched a manhunt after brazen burglars struck Cokethorpe School in Witney in the early hours of Thursday, 6 November 2025. The thieves hit between 3:30am and 4:30am, making off with a stash of high-value tools and kit.

CCTV Footage Released – Police Want to Talk to Three Suspects

Officers have released CCTV images of three suspects caught red-handed on camera. The trio smashed into the school’s barns before fleeing with a haul of pricey equipment. Police are desperate to track them down fast.

Stolen Loot List: Top-Quality Tools Snatched

The burglars made off with a serious stash, including:

  • Milwaukee cordless tools
  • Two Lenovo computer towers
  • Hitachi impact driver
  • Three STIHL hedge trimmers
  • Two STIHL strimmers
  • Four STIHL blowers
  • STIHL pole pruner
  • Four small plastic petrol cans
  • One large metal green fuel can

Police Plea: Help Nab These Tool Thieves

Investigating officer PC Selkirk said:

“I am appealing to anyone who may have information about this burglary to please get in touch. If you recognise these people in the images, or if they are you, please contact us as we believe they have vital information. Call 101 or report online quoting crime reference 43250566493. You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

If you spot anything suspicious, don’t stay silent – the police need your help to crack this case wide open.

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