Appeal after masked men force entry into Castleford house and steal cash

Police are appealing for witnesses after thieves forced their way into a house in Castleford, threatened a man inside before making off with cash.

The Wakefield District Crime Team would like to speak to anyone who has information about the incident at a house on Kendal Drive, Castleford on Wednesday, December 17.

It took place between 9.15pm and 9.45pm when three masked men entered the property and threatened a man inside.

They then searched the house before making off with a quantity of cash leaving the man unhurt but very shaken.

Masked men forced their way into the house on Kendal Drive, Castleford.placeholder image
Masked men forced their way into the house on Kendal Drive, Castleford.

The suspects then fled the scene in a dark coloured car, heading toward Watling Road.

Anyone with information of footage which could assist the investigation is asked to contact the Wakefield Crime Team on 101 quoting crime reference 13250724056 or online at https://www.westyorkshire.police.uk/101livechat

Information can also be given anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online.

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