A local resident has warned others to be vigilant after a group of individuals were seen acting suspiciously around homes on the site of the former Longbridge car plant in Cofton Hackett yesterday afternoon (Thursday 1st March).
The resident said that the incident had left neighbours feeling shaken and asked people to be aware and report any suspicious activity to the police.
A spokeswoman for West Mercia Police confirmed that the force were called at just after 12.30pm to reports of suspicious activity in the East Works Drive area.
She said: “It’s reported that a black car was seen driving slowly around the area whilst looking at houses.”
She confirmed that enquiries were ongoing and asked anyone who may have seen suspicious activity in the area yesterday to get in touch with West Mercia Police by calling 101, quoting incident reference 0278S 010318.
Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or visit www.crimestoppers-uk.org