Police probe burglaries at two different South Shields bars
Chameleon Lounge in Claypath Lane and Tinker Smiths in Stanhope Street were broken into two weeks apart.
Alcohol and electrical equipment was stolen from Chameleon Lounge in the early hours of Wednesday, February 6, while a till drawer was taken from Tinker Smiths on Saturday, January 19.
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Hide AdA Northumbria Police spokesperson said: "On February 6, police received a report of a burglary at Chameleon on Claypath Lane, South Shields.
"Offenders gained entry to the premises and stole a quantity of alcohol and electrical equipment.
"Inquiries are ongoing."
"On January 19, police received a report of a burglary at Tinker Smiths on Stanhope Street, South Shields.
"At some point between 3am and 9am, offenders gained entry to the premises and stole a till drawer.
"The till drawer was later located by officers.
"Inquiries are ongoing."