Police have today (October 6) released a full list and pictures of 15 suspected thieves wanted in the North East.

Northumbria Police have appealed to the community to rise to the challenge and assist burglar hunters in locating suspects from across Northumbria in connection with multiple offences.

Officers are looking to locate 15 fugitives, who are believed to be evading arrest, so they can be interviewed in connection with a range of burglary, robbery and theft offences.

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Detective Chief Inspector Laura Stabler, Northumbria Police lead for burglary, said: “Today, we’re releasing the pictures of 15 suspects who are each wanted in connection with burglary or theft offences, and I know the public’s response has been amazing following recent appeals.”

“If you know their whereabouts, please let us know.”

The suspects pictured are:

  • Carl Beadle, 39, of South Shields, wanted in connection with a burglary.
  • Ian Carr, 37, who has links to Wallsend and Byker, wanted in connection with a burglary.
  • Jake Crighton, 23, of Sunderland, wanted in connection with a burglary.
  • Russell Dixon, 31, of Newcastle, wanted in connection with a robbery.
  • Carl Hodgson, 28, who has links to Gateshead & Chester-le-Street, wanted in connection with a burglary.
  • Jordan Hutchinson, 22, of Gateshead, wanted in connection with a burglary.
  • Wayne Layburn, 54, of North Shields, wanted in connection with a robbery.

The Northern Echo: 11 suspected thieves wanted by Northumbria Police.11 suspected thieves wanted by Northumbria Police. (Image: NORTHUMBRIA POLICE)

 

  • Kimberley Quinn, 38, of Sunderland, wanted in connection with a burglary.
  • Darren Stevens, 48, of Sunderland, wanted in connection with a robbery.
  • Hagan Swann, 34, of South Shields, wanted in connection with a robbery.
  • Lisa Thompson, 46, of North Shields, wanted in connection with a robbery.

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Detective Chief Inspector Stabler added: “As ever, I’d always ask residents and businesses to take an extra second to help us deter opportunistic burglars or thieves.

“Please be vigilant and make sure you check that any doors or windows are locked, and any valuables kept out of sight. Quite often, criminals can go street to street trying car or door handles in the hope that one is unlocked.

“If locked, they simply move on to the next street. By making those extra checks, you can reduce the risk of becoming a victim of crime. As ever, if you see anything suspicious in your community, please let us know.”