Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary has released security camera images to identify a man following a break-in in the Thornhill area of Southampton, Hampshire. The incident took place at a home on Birch Wood during the early hours of Thursday, 26 February 2026.
Between 2:50 am and 3:10 am, someone forced their way into a garage at the property. The intruder took around £280 worth of tools, including a Bosch drill, a jigsaw, and a drone.
The thief also stole about £100 worth of meat from a freezer kept inside the garage. Police have now shared images of a man they would like to speak with as part of their investigation into the theft.
The individual is described as a white man with a slim build. At the time of the incident, he was wearing a puffer jacket, a hooded top, jeans, gloves, and a balaclava covering his face.
Local residents who recognise the person or have any information about the theft are encouraged to contact the police by calling 101. When reporting information, please mention the reference number 44260096175 to help the officers with their enquiries.
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