The town’s Sessions House theatre and play park were among the locations targeted

Reports of thefts from public facilities and an incident of vandalism in Spilsby have lead to an arrest, Lincolnshire Police have said.

A force spokesperson explained: “A male has been arrested in connection with a series of burglaries at Spilsby Theatre, as well as a theft from the Spilsby play park and criminal damage at a residential property in the town.”

Police said the “suspect” has been released on bail while they carry out further enquiries and thanked those who have assisted their investigations so far.

“We understand these incidents may have caused concern within the community,” they added. “Please be assured that they have been taken seriously, and officers will continue to pursue all available lines of enquiry.”