Police are hunting two men who broke into a house yesterday (Wednesday).

Officers were called to the scene at St George's Crescent, Aycliffe, at 10.31am.

A Kent Police spokesman said: “Two men are alleged to have entered a home and taken property before leaving in the direction of Old Folkestone Road.

“Officers are keen to speak to anyone with information about the incident or who knows the identity of those involved.”

Witnesses are asked to call the appeal line on 01843 222289 quoting reference 12-0412.

Officers warn that burglars usually strike during the daytime and at weekdays when many people are usually out.

For full advice from Kent Police about protecting yourself from break-ins visit the web page www.kent.police.uk/burglary.