POLICE are investigating a burglary after a "suspicious man was seen jumping over a fence" in Little Chalfont.

A burglar managed to break into a property in Cavendish Close at around 7.40am on Wednesday, September 28.

Worried neighbours reported the incident to police after seeing a man forcing the front door open.

Then then saw the man rush out of the door when the resident came home early.

Thames Valley Police are appealing for information.

A spokesman said: "Entry was forced to the property. It is not believed that anything was stolen. An investigation is ongoing.

“Anyone with information can contact Thames Valley Police by calling 101 or making a report online, quoting reference 43220435080.”