Appeal after burglars escape in stolen car

Thursday, 2 March 2017 00:00

Police have launched an investigation after a burglary at a shop in Pulrose this morning.

The break-in happened at the Top Shop on Alder Road shortly after 7am - a stolen car used by those responsible was found on waste ground on Circular Road in Douglas shortly afterwards.

Police say they'd like to hear from a man walking his dog near the shop this morning as well as anyone who saw a black four-wheeled drive vehicle near Hope Street or St George's Street.

If you have any information you're being urged to contact Police Headquarters.

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