POLICE have issued a renewed burglary alert to people in Haresfinch and Laffak as the increase in break-ins during recent months continues.

In a leaflet distributed to households in the area it states: "So far burglaries are still continuing to occur. Rear kitchen windows and patio doors are the preferred method used to enter the properties. These burglaries have occurred mostly during the early hours."

The leaflet urges people to check all doors and windows are locked at night.