Two men arrested after aggravated burglary in Swindon

It happened around 1.05pm on Verwood Close in Park North yesterday afternoon.

Author: Harry LongPublished 30th Nov 2023

Two men have been arrested on suspicion of aggravated burglary following a break-in in Swindon.

It happened around 1.05pm on Verwood Close in Park North yesterday afternoon.

Two men entered a property and assaulted the victim, a woman in her 30s, inflicting serious injuries - before stealing personal items - the woman remains in custody.

The two men remain in police custody.

Investigating officer DS Rob Prout from our dedicated Burglary team said: “This brazen offence was committed in broad daylight, leaving the victim requiring hospital treatment.

“Following swift work from officers and reports from members of the public, we have arrested two men on suspicion of aggravated burglary.

“We understand how traumatic burglaries can be – that’s why it is a Force priority and we have dedicated teams to tackle it.”

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