Southsea man is arrested after late-night Fratton Tesco break-in in Portsmouth

Just before 1am today the Tesco in Fratton Way, Portsmouth, somebody broke into the store and stole items inside.

Hampshire Constabulary has confirmed that a 38-year-old man has been arrested following the incident.

A spokeswoman for the police force said: ‘We were called just after 1am today to reports of a burglary at Tesco, Fratton Way in Portsmouth.

‘Entry was forced to the store causing damage, and a quantity of cigarettes were stolen.

‘A 38-year-old man from Southsea has been arrested on suspicion of burglary.

‘He remains in custody at this time.'

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Hampshire Constabulary by calling 101, quoting the crime reference number 44200280410.

You can also report crimes anonymously to Crimestoppers via 0800 555 111.

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