Distinctive antiques have been reported stolen and detectives are appealing for information to help track them down.

An elderly man has been left 'in a great deal of distress and anxiety' after thieves smashed a window of his Maidstone home while he was inside.

They are then believed to have taken decorative vases, a wood carving of a person and a large cabinet with drawers.

The break-in was in East Street, Hunton and is said to have taken place either last Wednesday or Thursday.

Maidstone CID Detective Inspector Jon Faulkner said: "This has caused a great deal of distress and anxiety to a vulnerable victim, who was at home when the burglary took place.

"The items stolen are fairly unique and distinctive and are likely to be of interest to a niche market, only.

"They were heavy and relatively large and a vehicle would have been needed to move them.

"If you saw anything suspicious around this time or have been offered items for sale matching these descriptions, please contact us immediately."

Anyone with information is asked to call the west Kent appeals line on 01622 604100, quoting reference 46/58816/19.

Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers in Kent anonymously on 0800 555111.