POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a van was broken into at The Old Wharf in Tardebigge.

The thief, or thieves, broke into the vehicle between 4.30pm on April 28 and 7.30am on April 29.

The van was parked by the property and it is not known how thieves broke in but a number of gardening items were stolen from inside.

Anyone with information about the break-in is urged to contact West Mercia Police on 101, quoting incident number 0087s.

Home security tips and general security advice can be found on the West Mercia Police website.