MAN ARRESTED FOLLOWING BURGLARY AT HOME OF ENGLAND CRICKET CAPTAIN BEN STOKES
A man has been arrested following a burglary at the home of England cricket captain Ben Stokes whilst the all-rounder was playing on a tour of Pakistan.
In a post on social media, Stokes said how jewellery, valuables and personal items had been taken during the burglary, which took place when his wife and children were at home in Castle Eden, County Durham.
Durham Constabulary said a 32-year-old man from North Yorkshire had been arrested and bailed.
“A man has been arrested following a burglary at the home of an England cricketer,” said a spokesperson for the force.
“An investigation was launched following the break-in at Ben Stokes’ home on October 17 when high-value items were taken.
“A 32-year-old man from North Yorkshire was arrested overnight on suspicion of burglary. He has since been bailed whilst enquiries continue.
“Officers continue to appeal for information and anyone who can help is asked to call 101 quoting incident number 543 of October 17.”
