Police investigate attempted burglary at Barrow furniture store

Barrow-based furniture store The Sofa Group has been the victim of an attempted burglary.

The incident took place at the store located on Market Street between 8pm and 5am on 1 April 2024.

The thieves entered the property by the front window, causing damage. It is understood that nothing was taken.

Cumbria Police are investigating the incident and are calling for anyone with any information to report it via www.cumbria.police.uk/report-it, quoting incident number 72 of 1 April 2024 or call 101.

Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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