Money stolen from The Penguin Cafe in Lee-on-the-Solent

Burglars stole nearly £2,000 after breaking into a seafront cafe.

Police are appealing for information after the theft at the Penguin Cafe in Marine Parade West, Lee-on-the-Solent.  The break-in took place at some point between 7pm on Sunday and 7.35am on Monday.

Oil drums which were placed in front of a door at the back of the shop had been moved aside and a panel removed from the door for the burglars to get in.  They then took away a safe which had £1,500 inside.  Coins worth £300 were also taken from the till.

Anyone with information should call PC Samantha Gee at Gosport police station on 101.  Alternatively you can give information by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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