POLICE are appealing for witnesses following a burglary in a block of flats in Newlands Close in Hagley.

The thief or thieves caused considerable damage to the door of a communal block of flats and caused further damage once inside.

Several items of clothing were also taken during the raid.

The crime took place between 3pm and 4.15pm on Friday, April 22.

Anyone with information on the theft is urged to contact West Mercia Police on 101, quoting incident number 0531s.

Information can also be given anonymously to Crimstoppers by calling 0800 555111 or via their website crimestoppers-uk.org.