Newcastle Burglar Targets City Cafe and Student Accommodation

According to Chroniclelive, local authorities are investigating a series of property offenses in Newcastle, Tyne and Wear. The incidents, detailed in an article published on 17 June 2026, involved multiple premises in the city centre.

Chroniclelive reports that a burglar targeted a commercial cafe, successfully breaking into the establishment. Within a matter of days, the same individual or individuals also breached a nearby student accommodation building. The precise items stolen and the specific methods of entry employed during these separate raids have not been fully disclosed at this time.

Police are reviewing evidence from both crime scenes to address the security breaches that affected both the commercial property and the residential units.

Commercial establishments are advised to secure all points of entry and ensure that CCTV systems are fully operational.

Source : Chroniclelive