A SPATE of burglaries have hit the North Wales coast.
Residents in Denbighshire are warned to stay vigilant after properties in Rhyl and Abergele were targeted in a string of burglaries stretching across the country.
Detective Chief Inspector Iestyn Davies said: “It is not our intention to alarm people, but we have now had upwards of 25 house burglaries in towns and villages close to the A55 corridor. We need people to be aware so that they can guard against becoming another victim and to report anything suspicious. There is a clear and definitive pattern to these recent burglaries where homes have been targeted and cash and jewellery stolen.
“The houses have all been entered between 4.30pm and 10pm, usually at the weekend.”
DCI Davies added: “In the past offenders who have travelled into the force area have used stolen high performance vehicles on false plates. They have travelled in teams of three to four males who may look out of place in such vehicles. I also believe that they occasionally stay at local hotels and pay in cash.
“I would appeal to hotel staff who have any suspicions about residents who may fit this profile to contact us. I would also urge anyone who may have witnessed any suspicious behavior on or near a private housing estate to please contact police."
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