Ashes of a deceased person stolen in Southsea burglary as police appeal to public
The ashes of a deceased person was stolen in a Southsea burglary.
Police are appealing for witnesses following the burglary between 7.45am and 4.30pm on Friday June 9 an address in Lidiard Gardens. A wooden barrel containing the ashes of a family member was taken, as well as some medications and £300 in cash.
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Police Constable Andy Leeks said: ‘If you saw anyone in this area acting suspiciously, or have any information or CCTV footage relevant to our investigation, please contact us. We would also like to appeal to whoever has taken the ashes to please return these to the family.’
Anyone with information about this burglary should report online via the police website, or call 101 quoting reference 44230231303.
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