Recent days have seen a rise in thefts and break-ins across Gloucestershire, with a gaunt man in his 50s captured on CCTV in connection with stealing a bicycle from a shed. Gloucestershire Police have received multiple reports detailing various incidents, including vehicle break-ins, stolen tools, and burglary at business premises.
A resident spotted a slim, 5ft 10in man with light hair and a beard, wearing a black hooded coat, stealing a blue boys' Coyote mountain bike by unbolting a back gate on Hewlett Road, Cheltenham. This incident occurred around 7:30 am on August 29, 2025 (Incident 093).
Alongside this, several vehicles parked on driveways have been targeted. On Shurdington Road, Cheltenham, three unlocked vehicles were entered overnight between August 29 and 30, resulting in the theft of multiple power tools, chainsaws, and CDs (Incident 178). Elsewhere, in Victoria Place and Swindon Road, Cheltenham, vehicles were broken into, with tools including drills and grinders stolen.
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Other notable reports include a silver Volvo Citroen stolen from Henry Street, Gloucester; a white Ford Transit tipper stolen from Stafford Mill, Stroud; and a black Honda 650cc motorcycle taken from Farmhill Lane, Stroud.
Personal items have also been targeted. In Montpellier Spa Road, Cheltenham, a black backpack containing sentimental items and expensive make-up was stolen from a vehicle. Additionally, in Sherbourne, North Leach, two vehicles were broken into, resulting in the theft of a handbag containing cash and bank cards.
Business premises have not been spared. Longmore Mills in Stroud reported the overnight theft of a quantity of tools between August 27 and 28.
The Gloucestershire Police urge all residents to remain vigilant, ensure vehicles are locked, and avoid leaving valuables inside cars. Anyone with information on any of these incidents is encouraged to contact the police, quoting the relevant incident number for swift investigation.