An investigation is taking place after an elderly man's home was burgled. Police say the incident, in Mansfield, was "disturbing" and has left the victim feeling uneasy in their own home.
Detectives say it is an alleged distraction burglary and footage of a man they would like to speak with has been released. According to Nottinghamshire Police a phone and bank card were taken during the incident and used a short time later.
Officers are now asking for the public's help to identify the man in the footage as they believe he may have vital information that could help with their investigation. This incident is reported to have happened at an address in Pye Avenue, Mansfield, shortly after 11pm on June 19.
Detective Sergeant Matt Dumbrell said: “This was a disturbing sequence of events for the victim and no doubt left him feeling uneasy in his own home. Burglaries can have a detrimental impact on the victims not just emotionally but financially and that is why we take any reports extremely seriously and will always work hard to bring those responsible to justice.
“Our investigation is continuing and we believe the man in this footage may have key information that could help us and would urge anyone who recognises him to get in touch with us as soon as possible. Anyone with any information or who recognises the man is asked to call 101, quoting incident number 813 of 19 June 2022, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."
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