The Swindon West Police Point burglary remains under investigation, with multiple lines of enquiry ongoing with police announcing that three arrests have been made in connection with the incident.
Two suspects have been released on bail for further inquiries, while the other suspect has been released under investigation.
Following a thorough audit, the stolen items have been identified, including police uniforms, equipment, and personal data.
The stolen items comprise two police hats, two body armor vests, a black equipment vest, personal protective equipment, an extendable police baton, a police radio, handcuffs, body-worn video cameras, torches, a black soft-shell police jacket, a rear police patch, a high-visibility baton pouch, a police PCSO patch, pocket notebooks, and five police laptops. Additionally, shoulder epaulets with specific numbers were stolen.
Personal data displayed on noticeboards within the building may have been compromised, prompting immediate steps to safeguard the data and affected individuals. Measures include ensuring that the stolen electronic devices cannot access the data and deploying a team of officers to contact potentially impacted individuals.
ACC Deb Smith expressed deep concern about the incident and appealed to the public for any information regarding the burglary. Witnesses are urged to contact the police on 101, quoting reference number 54230050337.
Individuals who have seen or suspect they have seen any of the stolen items are also encouraged to come forward using the same contact details. Anonymous reporting is possible through CrimeStoppers at 0800 555111.
Police have also followed the necessary procedures, reporting the incident to the Information Commissioner’s Office and escalating it to the Home Office Public Safety Group Emergency Response Team. They have also voluntarily referred the matter to the Independent Office for Police Conduct.
Internal enquiries are being conducted to identify any lessons to be learned from the incident.
