A burglar left empty-handed from a house he had broken into after being disturbed by the homeowner.

Officers investigating the burglary at a house in Maidstone have released a computer-generated image of a man they would like to speak to.

He is described as a white man, aged between 40 and 50, 5ft 8in tall and spoke with a London accent.

The burglary took place at 7.55pm on Saturday, February 10, at a house in Charlesford Avenue, Maidstone.

The burglar was disturbed by an occupant at the house and left empty-handed.

Anyone who thinks they know they identity of the man in the image, or has any information about the burglary, is asked to contact Detective Sergeant Richard O’Toole on 01622 604100 quoting crime number YY/4593/18.

Alternatively, if you have information but would prefer to remain anonymous call Kent Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.