E-fit released in search for Crawley burglar
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Police said a man carrying a two-foot-long metal bar was seen outside the front door of a home in Tilgate Way at about 3.45pm on Wednesday September 5.
A short while later one of the occupants arrived home and the man made off, running in the direction of Garrick Walk.
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Hide AdOfficers said entry to the house had been gained and an untidy search had been carried out. Nothing is believed to have been stolen.
Police have released an e-fit of a man they would like to speak to in connection with the break-in.
The incident follows a number of other sightings of a man – believed to be the same person – acting suspiciously in the area recently, police said.
He is described as Asian, about 5’11”, of medium build, aged 30-40, with dark brown messy hair and facial hair. He was dressed in all black clothing, including an Adidas hoody, Adidas tracksuit bottoms and black Nike Air Force trainers.
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You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or report it online.