Rushden Library closed following overnight break-in

While there was no significant damage done to the building, the facility will remain closed until tomorrow (February 13), according to staff members.

Police say it is ‘unclear’ what, if anything, has been taken, however are keen to hear from people who may have information about the incident.

Loaned books with a due date of today which were issued at Rushden Library have been renewed for another three weeks.

A North Northants Council spokesperson said: “Following a break in overnight, Rushden Library is currently closed whilst investigations and a clear up takes place.

“The library will re-open as soon as possible, once it has been confirmed as safe as to do so and residents should be assured that the closure is only temporary - no events due to take place at later dates have been impacted.

“Any books with a due date of today, that were issued at Rushden, have been renewed for another three weeks.

“Any updates will be published on the Rushden Library Facebook page and we appreciate residents’ patience in the meantime.”

A Northamptonshire Police spokesman added: “This happened sometime between 8pm on February 11 and 6am on February 12, when the unknown offender/s broke into the library in Newton Road, Rushden. It is unclear what has been stolen at this point.”

Anyone with information should call us on 101 quoting incident number 26000084891.