OFFICERS on patrol in the Tidworth area arrested a burglary suspect after being flagged down by a member of the public report the incident in progress at their home.

Neighbourhood officers Sergeant Ellerby and PCSO Catterick were on cycle patrol this afternoon (April 7) and made their way to the scene followed by their colleagues from Team 1 Amesbury.

The suspect was located, as was the stolen property, and was subsequently arrested on suspicion of burglary and taken to Melksham custody for further questioning.

Sergeant Ellerby said: “The actions of today show that amidst the difficult issues we are all faced with at this time we are still dedicated to preventing crime and catching criminals. I can only praise the member of the public who brought this to our attention, and not taking matters into their own hands. We will continue to be robust with those who continue to offend and break the law”