Three people arrested after burglary at Swindon West Police Point
It happened in the early hours of Sunday morning.
Three people have now been arrested after a burglary at the Swindon West Police Point.
It happened in the early hours of Sunday morning - which sparked police to declare a 'critical incident'.
Police say two of the suspects have been released on bail pending further inquiries and the third under investigation.
Police uniform and equipment were taken during the break in - which prompted a warning from police for people to check an officer IS actually an officer - after kit was stolen.
Officers also say some personal data in the building may have been compromised.
Wiltshire Police tell us they've taken "immediate steps to safeguard both the data and individuals concerned" - and have referred themselves to the Independent Office for Police Conduct.
They are also "conducting thorough internal enquires" following the incident.
ACC Deb Smith said: “This is an extremely worrying incident and we wish to reiterate our appeal to anyone who may have information relating to this burglary, if you witnessed anything, to please contact us on 101 quoting reference 54230050337.
“In addition, if you have seen, or suspect you may have seen, any of the items that we have detailed were stolen, you can make contact with us by calling 101, quoting reference 54230050337. If you would prefer to report any information anonymously, you can contact CrimeStoppers on 0800 555111.
“We are acutely aware of the concern that our communities may feel further to the burglary of a police building. I would like to reassure the public that we are treating this with the utmost seriousness and our investigation continues at pace.
“Most importantly, I wish to remind the public that, if they are unsure whether the person they are dealing with is a genuine police officer, call us on 101 to check their identity immediately or, if they feel extremely concerned or suspicious about whether someone in a police uniform speaking to them is genuine and they do not wish to challenge, then please dial 999 immediately.
“We also offer a simple verification process for the public which will allow them to confirm that an officer is on duty, where all officers can proactively offer to carry out a verification check to anyone they engage with who appears concerned for their safety or is vulnerable. The officer can do this by putting their personal issue radio on loudspeaker and asking a member of our control room to confirm who they are and that they are on duty.”