A North East hospice shop was the victim of a reported burglary last night.
Cleveland Police have confirmed they received a report of burglary at Teesside Hospice shop on Linthorpe Road in Middlesbrough at around 8:50am on Tuesday (May 22).
They confirmed the burglary reportedly took place overnight or in the early hours of this morning.
The hospice has confirmed their warehouse was broken into and donated stock, which was to be sold on eBay to support those living with a terminal illness and their families, had been stolen.
A representative for the hospice called the act “despicable” and said they are working with police.
A Teesside Hospice representative said: “The police are working with us to try as best as we can to bring these people to justice. To steal is one thing, but to steal from a local hospice that directly supports Teessiders and their loved ones is despicable.”
“Those affected by the goods stolen have been contacted and refunded for their missing parcels, and we are taking every action to develop the security of our warehouse.”
“We’d like to take this opportunity to thank our community for their continued support for the last 42 years. Without you, we would not be here to support the 3,000 vulnerable people living with cancer and other life-limiting illnesses in Teesside, every year.”
A Cleveland Police spokesperson said: “Police received a report of a burglary at Teesside Hospice shop on Linthorpe Road in Middlesbrough around 8:50am on Tuesday 21st May.
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“The burglary was reported to have taken place overnight or in the early hours of Tuesday.
“Enquiries are continuing and anyone who may have information is asked to contact Cleveland Police on 101, quoting reference number 094432.
“Independent charity Crimestoppers can also be contacted anonymously online at https://www.crimestoppers-uk.org/ or by calling 0800 555 111.”
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