Quick Police Response Leads to Arrest - Tilehurst Road SW18

Quick Police Response Leads to Arrest - Tilehurst Road SW18

On Thursday 01/10/26 at approximately 02:25 hours on Tilehurst Road SW18, a resident disturbed a male attempting to climb over a garden gate and enter a rear garden. The male, described as a white male wearing a pale grey hoodie and using a torch, made off towards Magdalen Road when challenged.

Police attended and whilst speaking with the resident, stopped a male nearby who was found in possession of tools and subsequently arrested for going equipped to steal.

The investigation remains ongoing and officers are exploring whether the arrested male may be linked to other offences reported in the area.

Crime Prevention Advice:

Ensure side gates are kept locked and secure, particularly overnight.

Consider fitting motion-activated lighting to the rear of the property.

Keep valuables, tools and bicycles secured and out of sight.

CCTV and video doorbells can act as a deterrent and provide evidence should an offence occur.

Report any suspicious activity immediately via 999 if a crime is in progress or via 101/met.police.uk for non-emergency matters.

Residents are encouraged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious persons or behaviour in the area.

Stay Safe!

Biren.

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Biren Patel
(Metropolitan Police, PCSO, Wandsworth Common Ward)