Arrests Made In Region As Police Step Up Efforts

NEARLY 300 arrests have been made in the first month of South Yorkshire Police's drive to combat burglary and car crime.

Since the start of Operation Lockdown at the beginning of October, a total of 285 people have been arrested in connection with such crimes across South Yorkshire.

Compared with its South Yorkshire neighbours, Barnsley has had the least amount of arrests with 33. Doncaster (97), Sheffield (88) and Rotherham (67) have all seen preventative measures taken by the police, including more officers on patrol.

Chief Inspector Iain Chorlton said: "I'm very pleased with these arrests, as they're proof of the amount of dedication and commitment our staff are putting into reducing these crimes on a daily basis.

"We're also urging the public to keep their possessions safe by keeping their homes secure, locking their doors and windows and not leaving items on show in their vehicles."

Anyone with information on burglary and car crime should call South Yorkshire Police on 101. Alternatively, people can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.