Distraction burglary reported in Botley

Hampshire Police issued an image following a report of a distraction burglary in Botley, according to Hampshirepoliceuk. The incident, reported to police and covered in an article published on 30 October 2025, targeted a private home in the area.

Distraction burglaries exploit trust and confusion to gain entry to homes. Homeowners should be cautious of unexpected visitors and verify credentials of callers before opening their doors; consider installing a door viewer or video intercom to screen visitors safely.

Source : Hampshirepoliceuk