Has metal been stolen from your address?

Has metal been stolen from your address?

We are appealing for witnesses following reported attempted burglary of metals from Seaview near Ryde. It was reported to us at 11:44am on Saturday (22 November) that three men had been seen attempting to take copper materials from a private residence.

Officers subsequently stopped a white Transit van in Seaview. Following a search of the van a large amount of copper was discovered as well as a generator.

As part of our investigation, we’d like to hear from anyone who witnessed anything suspicious between 10:10am and 12:30pm on Saturday 22 November in the Seaview Area or anyone who believes they may have had copper or lead items taken from their address around this time.

Three men from Southampton, a 20-year-old, a 39-year-old, and a 40-year-old were arrested on suspicion of attempted burglary other than dwelling with intent to steal and theft and bailed until Sunday 22 February 2026 whilst our investigations continue.

The 39-year-old man was also arrested on suspicion of driving a motor vehicle with a proportion of a specific controlled drug above the specified limit and released under investigation.

We would also like to hear from anyone who has video footage, including doorbell camera, CCTV, mobile phone or dash cam, which may assist us in our investigation.

If you can help with any of the above, please call 101 and quote incident number 44250527776.

You can also report online via the Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary website, below;

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Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111, or by visiting their website, below;

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