A THORPE bay home was burgled of £1650 of goods.

Raiders got into the house in Burges Road by forcing open a window.

They stole jewellery, with a sentimental value, and a laptop.

It happened between 9:45am and 3:45pm on Thursday, November 17 Police have been told a tall thin white man with dark hair and pointed features was seen acting suspiciously in the area on Wednesday or Thursday last week.

Anyone with information should call PC Reece Brent at Southend police on 101.