A man has been arrested in Swindon in connection with a countryside burglary.

Officers from neighbouring Thames Valley Police arrested the male in the town on suspicion of burglary at a rural premises in the Bourton area, near Shrivenham. 

As of Tuesday, the suspect was in custody awaiting interview.

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.