Police seek two men after bats and knives used in Reading burglary

A car was smashed up on the driveway

Author: Jonathan RichardsPublished 12th Jan 2022

Police in Reading are appealing for witnesses following an aggravated burglary.

At around 5.10pm on Tuesday (11/1) two offenders forced their way into an address in George Street.

The two offenders attended the address with bats and knives and smashed a car on the driveway, belonging to the victim, a man in his forties.

Both of the offenders are described as black men of slim build.

One is around 6ft 5ins tall and was wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and had a short beard.

The other is around 5ft 5ins tall and was wearing a black puffer jacket and had his hood up.

A dark blue Mercedes with the partial registration of VK09 is also believed to be connected with the offence.

No injuries were sustained during the incident.

Investigating officer, Detective Constable Emma Pointon based at Reading police station, said:

“I am appealing to anyone who witnessed or knows anything about this incident to please come forward.

“To report any information you can call 101 or make a report online, quoting reference 43220014743.

“Alternatively, if you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their website.”

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