Police appeal after theft of defibrillators in Skelton
The defibrillator box, outside Skelton Civic Centre on Coniston Road, was broken into at around 8:35pm on Monday the 9th of June
Police are appealing for information regarding the theft of two defibrillators in Skelton on Monday 9th June.
Around 8:35pm, the defibrillator box outside Skelton Civic Centre on Coniston Road was broken into.
The bright orange defibrillator was taken, before a second defibrillator was stolen, believed to be on the same day, from Skelton Methodist Church in Skelton Green. This life-saving equipment is worth thousands of pounds.
CCTV enquiries have been carried out and officers are appealing to anyone who may have information.
The suspect is described as a white male, of large build, 20-35 years old, grey top, black bottoms, black cap, white trainers.
Anyone who knows the identity of the man, or has CCTV coverage near to these locations, is asked to contact Cleveland Police on 101, quoting reference SE25106094.
Crimestoppers can also be contacted anonymously online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling 0800 555 111.