Police seek man over commercial burglaries in Whitehaven

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 13 Nov, 14:32 · Archive

Cumbria Police are seeking a man pictured in CCTV following commercial burglaries in Whitehaven.

Cumbria Police are seeking the public's assistance following a string of commercial burglaries in Whitehaven. Officers say the incidents took place on 14 July 2026 between 12.15am and 12.50am, and on 6 August 2026 at about 12.30am.

Police have released a CCTV image of a man they would like to speak to. A force spokesperson said officers believe he may be able to assist with their investigation into the burglaries.

Anyone who recognises the man or has relevant information is urged to report it online at the Cumbria Police website, quoting incident 56 of 14 July 2026. Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.

How it is being reported

• Do you know this man? - Police seek man in CCTV after string of commercial burglariesCumbria Police are looking to speak to a man pictured in CCTV, following a string of commercial burglaries in west Cumbria.Cumberland News · 13 Nov, 13:59
• Do you know this man? - Police seek man in CCTV after string of commercial burglariesCumbria Police are looking to speak to a man pictured in CCTV, following a string of commercial burglaries in west Cumbria.Whitehaven News · 13 Nov, 13:59

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