Detectives in Great Yarmouth are appealing for witnesses following a burglary in Gorleston today.

The incident happened on Victoria Road at approximately 1.30am. The suspect has entered the property and made a quick search.

The occupant has then realised someone was in their property and challenged the individual.

They have made a quick exit stealing a red Radley purse containing cash and cards from the property.

Police are keen to hear from anyone with information concerning the incident or may have seen anyone acting suspiciously in the area during the crime times.

Witnesses should contact Det Con Richard Wallis from Great Yarmouth CID on 101 or contact independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or via their anonymous online form at http://www.crimestoppers-uk.org/