Wells burglary appeal after forced entry on Campkin Road

By Laura Linham 5th Jan 2026

Local News by Laura Linham 5th Jan 2026

Officers investigating a burglary in Wells on Sunday 28 December are appealing for witnesses to come forward.

It happened at some point between 6pm and 8pm in Campkin Road, where entry was forced to a home and a quantity of cash was reported stolen, police say. Officers have attended and completed initial investigations at the scene, including forensics and CCTV reviews, as they work to establish the people responsible.

Police are now asking anyone who saw anything suspicious in the area at the time, or anyone with relevant CCTV or doorbell footage, to get in touch.

If you can help, call 101 and give the call handler the reference number 5225362990, or complete the force's online appeals form. Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their online form.

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