A JCB forced open a set of gates after being stolen from a house in Beaconsfield.

The hydraulic arm of the red JCB mini excavator was used to break apart a shut set of gates at the property in Burkes Road.

It was then driven onto a waiting trailer and stolen.

The theft happened between 4.30-6.30pm on Tuesday February 9, with police issuing an appeal for information today.

Anyone with information can contact investigating officer PC Paul Bridgeworth on 0845 8 505 505 or the Crimestoppers charity anonymously on 0800 555 111.