BURGLARS broke into a house in Oxford and stole a handbag full of valuables.

The break-in happened on Monday night after thieves got into the house in Rippington Drive, Marston, through an unlocked window.

Thames Valley Police said anyone with information about the incident should contact officers on 101, quoting reference number 43170212462.

People can also call Crimestoppers on an anonymous basis by calling 0800 555111 or emailing crimestoppers-uk.org

Further crime prevention advice and a guide to home security is available on the force website at thamesvalley.police.uk/home-garden-security