Man Charged Following Police Pursuit and Reports of Rural Break-Ins
A 45-year-old man has been charged with eight offences following reports of break-ins and thefts across rural parts of Cumbria.
Cumbria Police received several reports of groups allegedly entering properties, outbuildings and vehicles in the Tebay and Sedbergh areas.
The incidents were reported from the evening of Friday, August 7 into the early hours of Saturday, August 8.
Following a short police pursuit, officers stopped a vehicle after it crossed into North Yorkshire at Hawes. A man was subsequently arrested.
Eight Offences Charged
David Hogg, 45, of no fixed address but from the Bishop Auckland area, has been charged with:
- One count of attempted residential burglary
- Two counts of commercial burglary
- Two counts of theft from a motor vehicle
- One count of vehicle interference
- Driving while disqualified
- Failing to provide a specimen for analysis
He was remanded in custody and was due to appear before Barrow Magistrates’ Court on Monday, August 10.
The charges are allegations, and the defendant is considered innocent unless proven guilty in court.
Police Search for Other Suspects
Officers are continuing their investigation and are working to identify any other suspects who may have been involved.
Police also believe there could be further victims who have not yet realised that their property, vehicle, garage or outbuilding was targeted.
People living in and around Tebay and Sedbergh are being asked to inspect their property carefully. Residents should look for damaged locks, disturbed doors or windows and any items that may be missing.
Even if nothing appears to have been taken, signs that someone attempted to enter a building could still provide useful information to officers.
Residents Asked to Check Camera Footage
Police are asking residents and motorists to review any footage recorded during the relevant period. This may include:
- Home CCTV recordings
- Video doorbell footage
- Dashcam recordings
- Cameras covering farms, businesses and outbuildings
Footage could have captured suspicious people or vehicles travelling through the area before or after the reported incidents.
Anyone who finds relevant footage is advised to save a copy and avoid deleting the original recording.
Investigation Forms Part of Operation Themis
The investigation forms part of Operation Themis, Cumbria Constabulary’s focused response to burglary.
Rural properties can be particularly vulnerable due to their isolated locations and the distance between homes. Garages, barns and other outbuildings may also contain valuable tools, machinery and equipment.
Anyone with information can submit a report through the Cumbria Police website or call 101, quoting incident number 23 of August 8, 2026.
Information can also be given anonymously by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
