TWO men allegedly burgled a house in the early hours of New Year's Day, but soon fled after the occupants of the house were alerted.

Police are appealing for witnesses following the burglary on January 01, between 2am and 2.25 am on Cumnor Hill in Oxford.

The two offenders are described as male, between 16-20 years of age, 5ft9-5ft10 tall and both in dark clothing.

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The offenders were alleged to have entered a property and were alerted by the occupants leading them to flee.

Police are now appealing for anyone who was in the area at the time who may have seen anyone matching the description, any suspicious vehicles or anyone with dash camera footage.

To report information call police on 101 and quote reference number; 43210586215.

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