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Break-in at One of Britain’s Oldest Fish and Chip Shops in Broad Daylight

Police are seeking witnesses after a break-in at the Tudor Fish and Chip Shop, one of the oldest such establishments in Britain, located on Broad Street in Newent, Gloucestershire.

The incident occurred at around 2:50 pm on Thursday, June 11, when a man forcibly entered the shop and stole a till containing cash before fleeing the scene.

Gloucestershire Constabulary responded promptly and, following investigations, arrested a man in his 30s from Newent. He remains in police custody as inquiries continue.

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Officers have reviewed CCTV footage and are asking anyone who may have witnessed the theft or captured relevant dashcam or doorbell footage to come forward.

Information can be submitted online through the police’s official reporting form by referencing occurrence number 53260045660.

The Tudor Fish and Chip Shop has been serving the community since 1902 and is recognized as one of Britain’s oldest fish and chip shops, a cherished local landmark.