Police called over incident at East Wittering Co-op

An East Wittering shop has been broken into, sparking a police investigation.
By Joe Stack
Published 21st Jul 2022, 15:51 BST
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Reports came in this morning of a burglary at Co-op in Bracklesham Lane.

Police were called after three people were said to have broken into the store after 11pm last night (Wednesday, July 20).

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The store has reopened following the incident, a spokesperson said, as they appeal for anyone who witnessed anything to come forward.

Outside the store this morning. Picture by Eddie MitchellOutside the store this morning. Picture by Eddie Mitchell
Outside the store this morning. Picture by Eddie Mitchell

Sussex Police has also been approached for further information.

A spokesperson for Co-op said in a statement this afternoon: “There was an incident at our East Wittering store which took place just before midnight last night (Wednesday, 20, July) and involved three intruders entering the store.

"We appeal for anyone who may have seen or heard anything to come forward to police. The store has since re-opened to serve the community.”

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