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House burgled on Ridley Street
Officers are appealing for witnesses after a burglary in the West End area.
The incident happened between 7.45pm and 8.10pm on Monday March 2, 2009 when a house on Ridley Street was burgled.
It is believed the suspect entered through the unlocked back door whilst the occupants were upstairs.
Stolen from the property was a Samsung mobile phone and a purse containing an quantity of cash.
PC Dan Fawcett, who is investigating the incident, said: ""I would like to hear from anyone who may have seen someone acting suspiciously in the area that could be responsible for this crime.
"The victim can recall seeing a man looking over the back gate into the garden at around 8.15pm on Friday February 27 who made off when he was seen. We would like to speak to anyone who may the identify of this man or perhaps also saw him looking their back garden.
"We'd also like to take this opportunity to remind people about the importance of being vigilant to these kinds of crimes. It can take less than a minute for someone to sneak inside your house and take whatever valuables they find. Make it as hard for them as possible, keep your doors locked and windows secure even if you are in the house."
Anyone with information is asked to contact PC 2862 Dan Fawcett on Leicester (0116) 222 2222, follow the instructions to leave a message for an officer and when prompted key in the officer's identification number 2862. Alternatively contact Crimestoppers, which is *free and anonymous on 0800 555 111.
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