TWO guinea pigs were stolen, along with their hutch, from a property in Cripple Street, Maidstone.

The incident happened during the evening of Saturday, December 17, while the animals’ owners were out.

The guinea pigs are described as Abyssian and brown and black in colour. The hutch they were in was large and wooden.

Police would like to hear from anyone who has information about this incident and from anyone who saw a hutch being taken away from the area on Saturday night.

Those with details are asked to contact Maidstone and Malling Police on 01622 604181, or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 – this call is free and confidential.