Attempted distraction burglary in Newmarket

Detectives are appealing for witnesses following an attempted distraction burglary at a home on New Cheveley Road in Newmarket.

On Monday 10th November at approximately 5:30pm, two unknown male suspects entered a home claiming there was a water leak in the street, and they had to check the water pressure in the kitchen. The home-owner called a family member to speak to the suspects, but the suspects then left the home. Nothing was stolen.

Officers are reminding residents to be vigilant, especially those who are older and/vulnerable and not let anyone into homes uninvited. Further advice can be found here.

Can you help?

If you witnessed anyone acting suspiciously, or have any security systems that may have captured images that may help with this investigation, please contact Suffolk Police quoting crime reference 37/64158/25 via - 

Website - https://www.suffolk.police.uk/tell-us

Phone - Call 101

Alternatively contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111, or via their online form

Please note in the event of an emergency you should always call 999.