A man attempted to break in to a Chesham house yesterday.

Between 11.50am and 12.05pm a man was seen trying to force his way into a Dellfield house through the rear patio doors.

Thames Valley Police said he was unsuccessful and ran off in the direction of Benham Close.

Police describe the man as being Asian and wearing a dark coloured Adidas top and blue jeans.

Anyone with information is asked to contact PC Sarah Goree from Amersham police station on 101.

Alternatively call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.