Three men arrested after string of burglaries in Swindon
The four incidents reportedly happened on Saturday night (July 22) - with the men in their 20s, 30s and 40s stopped on the M4 near Reading
Last updated 20th Jun 2024
Police in Swindon are urging residents to keep homes secure after a string of burglaries over the weekend across the region.
Three men in their 20s, 30s and 40s were stoped on the M4 near Reading after a number of incidents on Saturday night.
They’ve been remanded in custody for questioning.
In a statement on Sunday, Swindon Police added: "Three men have been arrested following reports of burglaries in the Swindon area.
"Men in their 40s, 30s and 20s were stopped in a vehicle on the M4 near Reading just after midnight following reports of four burglaries across the area last night.
"They remain in custody for questioning."
Tips on keeping your home safe
Wiltshire Police have a dedicated website, helping residents to keep their homes safe from burglars.
These tips include:
- Door and window locks - choose burglar-proof door and window locks, and always double-lock your door when you leave the house
- Door security - make sure your door looks as secure as possible, and fit a guard for your letterbox
- Window security - use laminated window film, and make sure windows aren't left open when you leave your home
- Living in a flat - you can still keep your property secure if you live in a flat by installing CCTV, and always let your managing agent if a security feature (such as a light) needs replacing
You can find out more about Wiltshire Police's tips to keep your home safe from unwanted intruders on their website.