Three men have been arrested on suspicion of stealing charity clothing from outside homes in Pontyclun.
The men aged 23, 29 and 35 were arrested in the Heol Hendy area of the village at around mid-day today.
Officers have praised the observational skills of quick-thinking residents who contacted police about suspicious behaviour of a group of men and their vehicle.
Following a search of the area, three men were arrested on suspicion of theft and taken into custody.
Detective Sergeant Paul Latham, from Pontypridd CID, said: “The good people of Pontyclun are generous to give their unwanted clothing to charity and it’s despicable that people are taking advantage of their good nature.
“I would urge people who witness suspicious behaviour to contact us as soon as possible to give us the best chance of solving these crimes.”
The local Neighbourhood Policing Team is delivering leaflets in the area with crime prevention advice.
