A convenience store in Banbury has been forced to close temporarily following a break-in that took place overnight. The Midcounties Co-operative store, located at 75-77 Chatsworth Drive in Cherwell Heights, remains shut while the incident is addressed.
The shop, which is a member of the Cherwell Crime Partnership, is typically open to local residents between 07:00 and 22:00 daily. The partnership is a local business crime prevention initiative that operates across the Banbury and Bicester areas.
Police are investigating the incident. Residents who may have information regarding the incident are encouraged to contact Thames Valley Police using the non-emergency 101 number.
This incident follows a history of retail and residential security concerns in the Cherwell Heights area. In previous years, the estate has seen warnings issued by police regarding burglaries, and other local stores have also been targeted by criminal activity.
Further updates regarding the store’s reopening are expected to be provided by the Banburyshire Info community group as more details become available.
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