Police are appealing for witnesses after a number of overnight burglaries were reported in Okehampton last week. Devon and Cornwall Police said a grey Kia Stonic was taken during one of the burglaries.

The offences took place in Upcott Valley and Curlew Close overnight between Thursday, April 11 and Friday, April 12. During one of the burglaries, the keys to a grey Kia were taken and the vehicle was stolen.

Investigating officers are now appealing to the public for information. They are urging witnesses or anyone with relevant dashcam footage to get in touch as soon as possible.

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A Devon and Cornwall Police spokesperson said: "Since the crimes were reported officers have been carrying out house to house and CCTV enquiries and are now turning to the community to ask for anyone who may have any information regarding the incidents to contact police. Investigating officers are continuing with further enquiries to try and identify the suspect or suspects.

"Police are keen to speak to anyone who may have witnessed the burglaries or noticed suspicious persons or vehicles in the area around the time of the incident, or who may have CCTV/doorbell footage.

"Anyone with information is asked to call 101, or get in touch via our website here, quoting reference number 50240086371. Information can also be passed anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555111."

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