A HOUSE was ransacked during a burglary in Oxford.

Thames Valley Police released an appeal for witnesses yesterday after a break-in happened at a home in Beechey Avenue, Marston, Oxford sometimes between Friday last week and Tuesday.

A ground floor window was forced open to gain entry to the property and officers said a 'messy' search of the whole house had taken place.

Bank cards were stolen.

If anyone has information about the incident contact the 24-hour Police Enquiry Centre on 101 and quote the reference number 43170316642.