POLICE are hunting for a suspected burglar who is believed to have stolen a car from a house in County Durham, before crashing and abandoning it nearby.

The incident occurred sometime between 7am and 7.30am on Tuesday, January 11 at a property on Gresley Drive, in Shildon.

A spokesperson for Durham police said: "It is believed the suspect stole a silver Kia Ceed from the address but later crashed the vehicle along Railway Bridge, on Spout Lane.

"Officers recovered the car but are now looking to identify the suspect."

Anyone with information is asked to contact PC Emily Knights on 01325-742672 quoting crime reference: CRI00378027 or email Emily.Knights@durham.police.uk

 

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