A shop in East Cowes has been forced to close for repairs and a man has been arrested, after a glass door was smashed overnight.
Co-op on Well Road is shut today (Tuesday, September 13), due to damage to its automatic glass door.
A sign reads, 'shop closed until door safe'.
Police were called just before 5am, to reports of a burglary.
Isle of Wight County Press.
Hampshire Constabulary said a window was smashed and a crate of beer was stolen.
A 22-year-old man from East Cowes has been arrested on suspicion of burglary other than dwelling and is currently in police custody.
A spokesperson for Co-op, confirmed: "There was an incident in the early hours of this morning (Tuesday, 13 September) at our East Cowes store.
"Damage was caused to the doors, so the store opened later than usual, after allowing for essential repairs to make the site safe and secure.
"CCTV was shared with police, and we would like to thank them for their response. The store has since re-opened to serve the community."
Isle of Wight County Press.
Coop in East Cowes on Tuesday, September 13.
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