Burglars broke a wooden door while trying to get into a house.

The incident occurred in Uxbridge Road, Mill End, Rickmansworth, between 2.35pm and 4.30pm on Monday.

PC Rowen Sheppard is investigating. He said: “Thankfully the offenders did not gain access and nothing was taken however we believe some force was used to attempt to open the door so it would have probably made quite a noise and looked suspicious.

“Uxbridge Road is a busy main road so I believe there may be people who witnessed or may have seen someone acting suspiciously in the area.

“If you have information that could assist the investigation, please get in touch via the non-emergency number, 101 or through email at Rowen.sheppard@herts.pnn.police.uk quoting ISR 787 of February 12.”

You can report information online at www.herts.police.uk/Report.