POLICE are stepping up the hunt for a man they want to trace in connection with a house burglary.

A man forced his way into a property on Valentine Road, in Newton-le-Willows at 9am on June 2.

Detectives want to speak with 19-year-old Liam Connolly, from Newton-le-Willows, in connection with the crime.

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A spokesman for Merseyside Police said: "We believe he could have vital information to help us with our continued investigations.

"Connolly is described as white, around 5ft 6ins, of slim build with green eyes and ginger hair."

Anyone that recognises him or knows where the could be is asked to DM @MerPolCC, call 101 or contact the independent charity @CrimestoppersUK quoting crime ref: 19100283428.