Officers hunt raiders in Four Oaks

Police in Sutton Coldfield have warned households to be vigilant after a house was burgled in Four Oaks.

Police are hunting the offenders who broke into the home last week.

The house in Bennett Road was targeted between 2.30pm on January 7 and 4.30pm on Jan 9.

Theh unknown offenders gained access to the rear of a property and then a window to a rear door was smashed.

The raiders then made of with a a gold watch and cufflinks.

West Midlands Police said they were investigating the crime and officers have said there where possible they would be conducting patrols in the area to help reassure the community.

They have advised people to take time to check gates and fences that enclose rear gardens and ensure they are secure and that all gates are locked.

More crime prevention advice can be found by visiting : http://West-midlands.police.uk and searching crime prevention.