BUILDING materials and power tools were removed from a Chalfont St Peter house – but burglars left them in the garden.

Police said burglars gained entry to an unsecured property, which is currently being renovated, and gathered up the items.

But they were left in the garden of the property which has now been made secure, police said today in a statement sent to the press.

Contact police on the 101 enquiry line with any information.