A VEHICLE has been broken into overnight in Barrow and its contents stolen.

Police are appealing for witnesses after a white Vauxhall Vivaro van, parked in Highfield Road, Barrow, was broken into overnight on Monday August 14.

The incident is believed to have taken place between midnight and 8am. The lock of the van has been broken, and a number of tools have been stolen from inside.

Anyone with information regarding this theft is asked to call Cumbria police on 101, or contact Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555 111.

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