The police are reminding residents to be on their guard following two break-ins reported in Folkestone.

The first happened on Wednesday, June 15 at about 11.30pm in Prospect Road, Sandgate.

The homeowner was sat in the kitchen with friends with the patio doors open.

It is reported a man appeared in the kitchen and made some demands.

When he was told to leave he took the keys from the patio door and locked it behind him, taking the keys with him.

The man is described as white, aged between 35 and 39-years-old about 5ft 9, with brown hair and wearing a dark jacket and tracksuit bottoms.

He also had a tattoo on the outer part of his right hand.

The second incident occurred on Saturday, June 18 at about 2.30pm in The Crescent, Sandgate.

It is reported that a man had reached through the letterbox of the locked front door and managed to open it.

He walked through the kitchen where he saw someone in the kitchen.

He then left the property.

The man is described as white in his 40’s with longish hair, wearing a black hooded top.

Det Sgt Stephanie Devon said:“We would simply ask people to be extra vigilant

'We would simply ask people to be extra vigilant' - Det Sgt Stephanie Devon

and to check doors and windows are locked and that you have working security lights.

“Use timers to turn interior lights or a radio on and off and light dark or hidden entrances.

“Although no items were stolen during these incidents we also advise people to register all valuables items. This can be done for free on www.immobilise.com.

"Logging details helps us return the items to you if we find or seize them.”

People with information should phone Kent Police on 01843 222289 or Kent Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.