A MAN and woman from Stroud have been arrested in connection with a number of burglaries that have been reported in the town.

The man was arrested on suspicion of burglary during the early hours of this morning (Tuesday) and the woman has since been arrested on suspicion of handling stolen goods.

The arrests are in connection with three burglaries in the Ebley area of Stroud on Friday 7 February and Saturday 8 February.

They both remain in custody at this time.

Investigating officers are asking anyone who has information or believes they may have been the victim of a burglary in the area to please call 101 or email the local investigation team on StroudLIT@gloucestershire.pnn.police.uk