Shameless Thieves Smash Into Widley Church and Steal Poppy Collection Cash
Callous crooks targeted Christ Church Portsdown in Widley, causing hundreds of pounds worth of damage while stealing funds raised for the Poppy Appeal. The break-in happened sometime overnight between 4pm Friday and 8.55am Saturday on London Road.
Front Doors Smashed to Loot Charity Tins
Detectives confirm the burglars forced open the church’s front doors, leaving them damaged. Once inside, they ransacked the building, ripping open and stealing all the cash from Royal British Legion collection tins and a wall-mounted donation box.
Police Urge Locals to Step Up
If you saw anyone suspicious acting around London Road during the night, police want to hear from you. Call 101 quoting reference 441 7042 9534. Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously to help catch these lowlife thieves.
