Gainsborough police warn over recent rise in lead thefts

By The Newsroom

Published 19th Jan 2018, 11:54 GMT

Updated 19th Jan 2018, 12:00 GMT

Police in Gainsborough are warning residents to be vigilant following a spate of lead thefts.

Lincolnshire Police said incidents of lead being stolen from properties had increased in recent weeks.

Police have issued a warning for residents to be vigilant.

placeholder image — Police have issued a warning for residents to be vigilant.

Gainsborough PCSO Matthew Eglinton said: “Lead has been taken from both roofs and windows.

"Please be vigilant and report any suspicious activity through 101.”