On February 1, 2026, police issued an alert following an attempted break-in at a home on Westfield Road in Irchester, Northamptonshire. The incident happened between 2:00 AM and 4:00 AM, prompting officers to ask neighbours for help with their investigation.
The Northamptonshire Police rural team reported that unknown suspects tried to force their way into the house but failed to get inside. Officers are now asking residents to check their doorbell cameras and CCTV for any footage of suspicious people or vehicles that were in the area at the time.
This investigation is part of a wider effort known as Operation Crooked, which focuses on reducing home thefts and visiting every victim of a burglary. The alert was shared with the community through the Northamptonshire Talking messaging service early this morning.
Local officers are advising residents to keep their properties secure by double-locking doors and windows. Anyone who saw anything unusual or has video evidence is encouraged to get in touch with the police to help identify those involved.
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