Police issue warning after surge in burglaries in Markfield

Officers have said they are 'out in the area throughout the night/early morning in both marked and unmarked vehicles'.

Market Bosworth Police have posted that they have seen an increase in burglaries in and around the Markfield/Groby area recently.

There have been five confirmed break-ins in the last two weeks and a number of other reports of unknown persons "trying" car and house doors.

On their Facebook page, they told residents to 'be vigilant when locking your homes and vehicles and keep keys out of the door and away from any windows/out of sight.'

Officers are patrolling the area throughout the night and early morning in both marked and unmarked vehicles to help prevent these crimes.