Armed Gang Smash Windows in Lichfield Business Raids
Masked Thugs Launch Violent Break-In
Just before 10:30pm on Monday, November 2, police were called to reports of an ongoing break-in at a business on Lichfield Street. A gang of men armed with weapons smashed windows and doors in a brazen bid to break inside.
White Van Used in Getaway
The violent crew fled the scene in a white van, leaving behind shattered glass and chaos.
Police Link Raids Across Town
Detective Sergeant Kiley Rounds from Force CID South said: “We believe this smash-and-grab is linked to two other attacks, including a restaurant on Church Street where windows were also smashed.”
She urged anyone with information or footage to come forward.
Two Arrested, Hunt Continues
- A 52-year-old from Tamworth and a 38-year-old from Birmingham are in custody, questioned over all three break-ins.
- They remain held as police crack the case.
Witnesses should contact Staffordshire Police via Facebook or Twitter quoting incident 801 of November 2. Alternatively, ring 101 or report anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
