A man has been arrested on suspicion of burglary in a rural area already hit by a spate of recent thefts from outbuildings.

Thames Valley Police arrested the male in Swindon on suspicion of a burglary at a rural premise in the Bourton area near Shrivenham.

The suspect is currently in custody awaiting interview.

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Police recently warned homeowners in the Faringdon area to review their security measures and stay vigilant because of a rise in thefts and said its officers would continue to patrol the area and make enquiries.

The advice included to consider a shed alarm, CCTV, and security lights, and to secure out-buildings with good quality locks.

It suggested to mark tools with something identifiable, such as a postcode, and to photograph valuables such as bikes and power tools and note any identifiable features, which makes it much easier for police to return items to owners if located.