POLICE have thanked Slaley residents for their help in catching two suspected burglars.

The men were arrested on suspicion of burglary and had their vehicle seized following reports from members of the public about suspicious behaviour in Slaley on Thursday, January 21. 

West Tynedale Neighbourhood Inspector Kevin Oates, said: "We’re grateful to the information members of the public have already reported to us; people have contacted us when they have witnessed what they believed to be a burglary taking place and it's this sort of community spirit that helps us reduce the number of offences being carried out."

The two men arrested are currently on police bail pending further enquiries.

To report information to Northumbria Police, ring 101. In an emergency, or if a crime is taking place, always ring 999.