Appeal for witnesses following business burglary in Newport

We are appealing for witnesses to a business burglary at T.M. Barber Jewellers on Newport high street on Thursday 11 September at around 9:40am.

A man stole a gold chain after being shown it by a member of staff.

We would like to speak a man seen on CCTV in the area at the time as part of our appeal.

He is described as:

White

Aged in his 20s

Slim build

Light blonde hair

Wearing a dark hooded top

He had a distinguishing brown mark on his right middle finger, and discoloured teeth

If you were in the area at the time and saw anything suspicious, please call 101 and quote 44250411696.

Additionally, we’d like to hear from you if you have CCTV, dashcam, mobile phone, or doorbell camera footage that may assist our enquiries.

You can also share any information with us online via the Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary website, below:

Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111, or report via their website, below:

Message Sent By
Lee Bonham
(Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary, Corporate Communications officer, Hampshire & Isle of Wight)