🚨 **Break-In Forces Popular Newport Venue to Close** 🍽️🍸
Bad news for Newport locals! Barcode, a beloved bar and restaurant on Rodney Road, had to shut its doors unexpectedly after a break-in during the early hours of Sunday. 😟
CCTV footage reveals three individuals used a metal canister to smash their way through two external doors. They made off with items, including several bottles of alcohol. 📹🚪
Barcode’s team took to Facebook: “Due to an early morning break-in, we are sadly closed today. We’re in the process of reaching out to everyone who had bookings with us. We deeply apologise for any inconvenience this may have caused.” 🙏
The real sting? Sundays are crucial for Barcode as an independent business, and this incident has cost them a vital day of trading. As they put it, “All of this… for a few bottles of alcohol.” 😤🥺
But fear not, Barcode fans, they plan to reopen this Wednesday at 5 PM! They’re grateful for everyone’s understanding and continued support during this tough time. 💪❤
Gwent Police are hot on the case and have asked for anyone recognising the men in the CCTV to reach out. If you’ve got any tips, contact them via their website, call 101, or message on social. Alternatively, you can remain anonymous and call Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111. 🕵️♂️📞
Let’s help Barcode bounce back. Share this story, spread the word, and show your support when they reopen! 🙌🥂
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