BUNGLING crooks used a blowtorch to try and break into a house.
They struck in a road off Rawreth Lane, Rayleigh, where they caused about £700 damage.
First they tried to force a lock on the front door, before taking the blowtorch to the lock of the patio doors.
It happened between 11pm on Tuesday May 31 and noon the following day.
Anyone with information should call PC Layla Barker, at Southend police station, on 0300 3334444.
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