Police hunt men after burglary at empty Portsmouth tower block Horatia House

POLICE are hunting thieves following a burglary at an empty tower block where water tanks were stolen.
By Steve Deeks
Published 11th Dec 2020, 16:58 BST
Updated 11th Dec 2020, 17:06 BST
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Three men broke into derelict Horatia House, Meriden Road, Somers Town, on Saturday September 12 between 8.45pm and 9.20pm. Police released details today.

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Several hours later, between 2am and 3.30am on the morning of Sunday September 13, they took some copper water tanks from the property.

Police are hunting these men captured on CCTV following a burglary at Horatia House, Somers Town, in SeptemberPolice are hunting these men captured on CCTV following a burglary at Horatia House, Somers Town, in September
Police are hunting these men captured on CCTV following a burglary at Horatia House, Somers Town, in September
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It is thought they loaded the items into a large van or flatbed vehicle from the block, which is due to be taken down over safety fears.

CCTV images of two men seen in the area have been released by officers. The first man was in his mid to late 20s, about 6ft, white and stocky.

The second man was in his 20s, about 5ft 8in, white and slim.

Anyone with information should call 101 quoting reference 44200353485 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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