Thieves broke into a home in a west Oxfordshire town but left the scene empty handed, police have said.

The burglary took place in Swinbrook Road in Carterton between about 1pm and 2pm yesterday (Friday, August 30).

Intruders broke into the property but left before taking anything, said police.

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Anyone living nearby who has any footage or anyone with information should report it on the Thames Valley Police website or call the non-emergency number 101.

Swinbrook Road in Carterton Swinbrook Road in Carterton (Image: Google) Those with relevant information should contact Thames Valley Police using the crime reference number 43240416998.

A police statement issued by Thames Valley Police West Oxon on Saturday morning said: "Did you see anything suspicious in Swinbrook Road, Carterton, about 1pm to 2pm yesterday?"

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