It’s the latest business to be targeted in an ongoing spree of business burglaries...

An investigation is under way after a Chinese takeaway was burgled overnight in Leyland.

CSI at Panda House in Preston Road, Leyland, after the takeaway was burgled overnight | Lancashire Post

placeholder image — CSI at Panda House in Preston Road, Leyland, after the takeaway was burgled overnight | Lancashire Post

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Panda House in Preston Road was targeted in the early hours of this morning, with thieves breaking into the takeaway and stealing cash.

CSI have been working at the scene today and reviewing CCTV from neighbouring businesses.

Lancashire Police have asked anyone with information to contact 101, quoting log 369 of August 28.

The force has been investigating a number of business burglaries in the Leyland area recently, including a break-in at the town’s Med 3 tapas restaurant in Hough Lane last week.

The burglaries follow a spree of break-ins targeting businesses in Bamber Bridge earlier in the month.

Thieves smashed their into Bamber Bridge F.C. at around 3am on August 5, followed by break-ins at the Dog House bar and Big Sandwich shop in Station Road in the early hours of August 8.

The pair are believed to behind a number of recent burglaries and attempted break-ins in the Bamber Bridge area | Submitted

Lancashire Police said officers were collating evidence, carrying out house to house enquiries, reviewing CCTV footage, and engaging with local businesses to identify and obtain any additional footage which may assist their investigations.

A spokesperson for the force said: “We know that these types of incidents can cause concern within the business community and we want to reassure you that enquiries are ongoing.

“To help protect your premises, ensure doors and windows are secure, review CCTV and alarm systems, remove valuables from display where possible, and make sure external areas are well lit.

“Please continue to report any suspicious activity to us by calling 101 or reporting online here.