Police hunt Hereford thief allegedly caught on CCTV at homes

West Mercia Police said people living in Hunderton had identified a man acting suspiciously and looking into their gardens and homes while carrying trimmers/bolt cutters.

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A similar man had also reportedly been spotted at homes in Barton Place.

Now, police have said they're trying to find out who the alleged thief is, with the incidents happening on November 5 and 22.

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"We are keen to hear from anyone who may have any information relating to the theft or that may have been in the area around the time of the incident and heard or seen anything suspicious," police support volunteers Ben Godsall said.

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Anyone with information should contact the Hereford Southside and Rural Safer Neighbourhood Team at herefordsouthside.snt@westmercia.police.uk.

"Thank you for your help," he added.

"It is only by the police and the public working together that we can prevent and detect crime."