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Detectives investigating a number of reported burglaries and attempted break-ins in the greater Exeter area are appealing for anyone with relevant video footage to contact police.

Officers have also received reports of suspects trying door handles to gain entry to properties and, when not successful, moving on.

Detectives are investigating four burglaries where car keys have been taken, which have led to three cars being stolen in residential areas of Exeter, Exminster and Cranbrook, between Wednesday 21 June and Friday 23 June.

Two of the vehicles have since been recovered and forensically examined.

Three suspects have been arrested so far in connection to these matters and have been released on police bail, pending further investigations.

Inspector Simon Arliss said: “We take all reports of this nature seriously and members of the public are likely to see a greater police presence in these areas, as enquiries continue.

“We would particularly like to hear from anyone who has any CCTV or Ring doorbell footage that could help in our investigations.”

He added: “We would also encourage residents to make use of crime prevention advice, such as ensuring you lock all doors at night and close downstairs windows. It is always good practice to tuck car keys out of sight.”

If you have witnessed any suspicious activity or have any information or CCTV/doorbell/dashcam footage that could help with enquiries, please contact police by calling 101 quoting occurrence number 50230179023.

You can also contact us via our website - Report a crime | Devon & Cornwall Police (devon-cornwall.police.uk)

Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling freephone 0800 555111.

More practical crime prevention advice is available on the police website, by clicking on this link - Protecting your home from crime | Crime prevention | Devon & Cornwall Police (devon-cornwall.police.uk)