Finchampstead: Man Threatens Victims With Gun After Break In

17 November 2013, 10:28

A man is wanted after breaking into a house in Finchampstead and threatening the occupants with a suspected gun.

It happened at around 7.48pm yesterday (Saturday 16the November) in Reading Road.

He stole items from the address, and ran away after police were called.

He is described as 6ft, of slim build, and was wearing a balaclava and a black jacket.

Inspector Phil O'Neil, of Loddon Valley CID, said: "We are appealing for anyone with any information about this incident, or who may have seen something which could help the investigation, to contact police immediately.

"Officers will be carrying out extra patrols in the area and if anyone has any concerns, please make contact with an officer or the local police station."

If you have any information about the incident, contact Insp O'Neil via the 24-hour Thames Valley Police Enquiry Centre on 101.

If you don't want to speak directly to the police you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org. No personal details are taken, information is not traced or recorded and you will not go to court.