Lincolnshire Police are seeking information and appealing for witnesses following a suspected aggravated burglary in Sleaford. The incident took place on Friday, January 26.
At approximately 6.20pm officers responded to a call and arrived at a property in Northgate. According to preliminary information, it is believed that a man was attacked by two offenders outside the property, with one potentially wielding an axe. The assailants then entered the premises, causing damage to various items, before leaving. Fortunately, it is reported that nothing was taken during the incident.
The description of one suspect is provided as a white individual, slim, wearing black tracksuit bottoms, a black hoodie, and a black snood covering their face. The alleged victim sustained minor injuries during the incident.
Lincolnshire Police are urging anyone who witnessed anything suspicious in the area, observed the incident itself, or possesses any information related to the case to come forward. Authorities emphasize that even the smallest detail could be crucial to their ongoing investigation.
Contact can be made with Detective Constable Ashley Tainton at 07423 649440, quoting Incident 376 of January 26. Alternatively, individuals can email DC Tainton at [email protected], ensuring to mention Incident 376 of January 26 in the subject line. For those who wish to remain anonymous, information can be provided to Crimestoppers at 0800 555111.