Authorities urge witnesses to come forward with information on suspects.
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Inverness police are actively investigating an attempted break-in at a local convenience store that occurred in the early hours of January 23. The incident took place at the Premier shop on Lochalsh Road, where two men were spotted on the roof, attempting to gain access by removing slates with an unknown object.
Details of the incident
The two suspects were observed between AM and AM, engaging in suspicious activity that raised alarms among local residents. After being noticed, the men fled the scene in the direction of Telford Road. Authorities are now appealing to the public for any information that could lead to their identification and capture.
Descriptions of the suspects
According to police reports, the first suspect was dressed in a black jacket featuring a white emblem, paired with dark grey joggers and white trainers. The second individual was seen wearing a light grey jacket over a light-colored hoodie, black joggers, and black trainers. These details may help the public recognize the suspects if they were in the area during the time of the incident.
Police response and community involvement
A police spokesperson stated, “Our initial enquiries have revealed that two unknown males were observed to be on the roof of the Inverness premises. They were removing tiles from the roof with an unknown object before fleeing the area.” Officers are diligently reviewing CCTV footage from the vicinity to gather more information about the suspects and their actions.
Authorities are urging anyone who may have witnessed anything unusual or who possesses CCTV or dashcam footage from the area to come forward. Such information could be crucial in assisting the investigation.
Individuals with information are encouraged to contact the police at 101, referencing incident number 0289 of January 23, 2025. Alternatively, tips can be provided anonymously through Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.
