Tills stolen during 'break in' at North East football museum
A popular North East football museum has had tills and computers stolen following a break-in which caused 'serious damage' to the venue.
On Monday morning (February 17) the Fans' Museum, based by St Peter's Metro Station in Sunderland, took to social media to share that it was the victim of a break in and posted images of smashed windows and damaged items.
"Unfortunately we won't be open today, and will update further regarding the week folks," a post on Facebook read.
"We've been broken into the police are dealing with this case now and will be viewing CCTV to hopefully catch the culprits who have done some serious damage inside the building to the original features of the building.
"Sorry for the inconvenience."
The museum is a popular location for pre-match drinks among Sunderland fans and houses pieces of the club's folklore including the beach ball that helped Darren Bent score against Liverpool and the grass-stained suit Paolo Di Canio was wearing during his infamous 3-0 Tyne-Wear derby victory over Newcastle United.
A Northumbria Police spokesperson said: 'Just before 7am today (Monday), we received a report of a burglary at a premises on North Bridge Street in Sunderland.
'It was reported that a window had been smashed and a number of items, including tills and computers, had been stolen.
'An investigation has been launched and enquiries are ongoing to locate those involved.
Anyone with information about the incident is asked to get in touch with Northumbria Police by sending a direct message on social media, using live chat on the website, or calling 101.
Those getting in touch are asked to quote crime reference number: 018429D/25.
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