A property mogul is offering a £10,000 reward after his home was burgled.

Controversial landlord Fergus Wilson, who amassed a buy-to-let empire of about 1,000 homes in Maidstone and Ashford at the peak of his power, claims the raid was carried out by a "Romanian man".

Cash and a camera were stolen in the break-in between 11.45am and 12.10pm yesterday.

The reward will be given to anyone who can give details which lead to the successful prosecution of the person who broke-in to his property.

In a letter a short letter reporting the incident to police, seen by KentOnline, Mr Wilson said: "We were burgled today by a Romanian man.

"I wish to put up a £10,000 reward for information leading to the successful prosecution of the culprit."

A police spokesman confirmed they were investigating the incident in Peens Lane, Boughton Monchelsea, near Maidstone.

Anyone with information is asked to call Kent Police on 01622 604100 quoting 46/124487/19.

Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555111.

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