CCTV shows masked thief stealing plants from a South Shields home in broad daylight
A thief has been captured on CCTV stealing plants from a South Shields home.
CCTV footage shared with the Shields Gazette shows a masked thief stealing plants from a South Shields property in broad daylight.
The video footage shows a man wearing a balaclava entering the front garden of a home on Lyndhurst Street where he pockets a small plant, which was sitting on what appears to be a ledge.
The offender then picks up a large potted plant and casually walks out of the garden, closing the gate behind him.
The Shields Gazette understands that the incident took place at around 4.30pm on Wednesday, June 3.
When sharing the footage with the Gazette, the property owner said: “I find it concerning that someone would feel confident enough to commit this type of theft during the day while concealing their identity.”
They have also urged members the public to report any suspicious behaviour.
Northumbria Police has confirmed that officers are aware of the incident and are due to speak to the victim over the weekend.