Man charged over crime spree which targeted Preston city centre bars and pubs
Nicholas Kirkby, 37, of no fixed address, has been charged with three counts of burglary other than a dwelling, following a series of break-ins at Preston city centre bars
A man has been charged following a series of break-ins at Preston city centre bars during a night of crime.
The incidents all occurred during the early hours of Sunday, September 21, this year.
At around 4.10am, an intruder broke into The Greyfriars on Friargate after smashing a window panel in a side door.
Once inside, six to eight bottles of spirits valued at around £300 were stolen from behind the bar. Around £500 worth of damage was caused during the break-in.
Later that morning, a suspect targeted Bar Pintxos on Market Place, gaining entry by smashing the front door window. Once inside, around £150 was stolen from the till and a tip jar was taken from the counter.
At approximately 8.50am, Nytclas on Market Street was also targeted. A suspect smashed a glass panel to gain access to the bar area and stole several bottles of alcohol along with a tip jar containing around £10.
Following a number of enquiries by officers from the Preston City Centre Neighbourhood Policing Team, a 37-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of burglary.
Nicholas Kirkby, 37, of no fixed address has been charged with three counts of burglary other then a dwelling.
He will appear at Burnley Magistrates Court on February 22.