Metro trains damaged in raid on training centre - police issue appeal

Raiders have caused damage to two Metro trains in a break-in at a training centre.

Northumbria Police said the trains were at the unit run by Nexus, which operates the Metro system and oversees public transport in Tyne and Wear.

The force said a group of offenders entered the premises in South Shields, and caused damage to two trains using spray paint, before making off from the scene.

Officers have released pictures of people they wish to speak to in connection with the enquiries.

A force spokesperson said: “Enquiries are ongoing following the break-in at the training centre on Mile End Road at about 7.50pm on May 7.

 “An investigation was immediately launched by the Force’s dedicated Metro unit, and now officers have released the images of three men who they want to speak to in connection with the burglary.

 “Anyone who has information is asked to contact police via the ‘Report’ page of Northumbria Police’s website or by calling 101 quoting crime number 052605S/24.”