Man charged after Farnborough bingo machine thefts

Bingo Godz in Farnborough <i>(Image: Google)</i>
Bingo Godz in Farnborough (Image: Google)
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A man has been charged after two bingo cash machines containing more than £8,500 were stolen from a bingo hall in Farnborough.

The thefts took place at Bingo Godz on Queensmead on Wednesday, August 6 and Tuesday, September 2.

On both occasions, a man reportedly used a pickaxe to smash a glass door and gain entry.

Bingo Godz in Farnborough (Image: Google)

A bingo cash machine was stolen each time. It was later confirmed that both machines included more than £8,500 in cash.

James McNeill, 37, of Avondale in Ash Vale, has been charged with two counts of burglary other than dwelling with intent to steal.

He is due to appear at Basingstoke Magistrates’ Court today, Tuesday, November 5.

Police said an investigation was launched following the reports, and an arrest was subsequently made.

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