A burglar stole jewellery from a pensioner’s home after smashing a window.

Police have today issued an appeal for witnesses after the break-in in Fulbrook, Burford, at 10pm on Monday.

A 77-year-old woman saw a figure walking away from her home then noticed a window had been smashed and jewellery was missing.

A wooden sewing box was also stolen and was later recovered nearby.

Det Sgt Craig Kirby, investigating the incident, said: “I appeal to anyone who was in this area of Burford on Monday evening and saw someone acting suspiciously, to contact police immediately.”

Anyone with information should contact police on 08458 505505 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.