Police in New Milton are encouraging residents to review their home security after a burglary at an address in Gore Road.

The incident took place sometime between 9am and 10pm on Tuesday, April 5.

A window was forced open to gain entry to the property.

Once inside a search was made of the entire house; however the only item stolen from the address was a yellow flower patterned tea towel.

Residents of New Milton are being urged to step up their security measures as a precaution, particularly ensuring windows and doors in unoccupied rooms are shut and secured during the current spell of warmer weather.

Anyone who may have witnessed the incident in Gore Road, or has any information is asked to contact PC Graham Wilkins at Lymington police stationon 0845 045 4545 or 101.

Alternatively call Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

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