00:01Police are investigating after historic mayoral chains were stolen during a burglary at Dewsbury Town Hall.
00:08Detectives say thieves broke in through the roof on Sunday evening and targeted a display cabinet.
00:14The gold-plated chains, dating back to 1897, were taken before the suspects escaped the same way they entered.
00:22Officers were alerted early on Monday morning and Kirkley's CID says the theft has caused significant upset locally
00:29with inquiries continuing.
00:31The council says the chains are an important part of Dewsbury's civic heritage.
00:36Police are appealing for anyone who saw suspicious activity near the building
00:40to contact them with information as soon as possible.
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