Wigan police arrest 23-year-old man in burglary investigation

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Police investigating a rise in the number of burglaries in Wigan have made an arrest.

Residents were urged to ensure their homes are secure as police reported a “spike” in incidents recently.

A spokesman said: “Following yesterday's burglary alert, extensive enquiries between officers from the Bolton and Wigan neighbourhood crime teams have led to a suspect being identified.

"Tonight the Scholes neighbourhood team located and have arrested a 23-year-old male for a series of burglaries occurring both here in Wigan and cross border. Further enquiries are ongoing.”

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