POLICE are hunting burglars who broke in while the homeowners were asleep.
They appealing for witnesses and anyone with information to come forward following the incident in Bridport.
The incident occurred between 1.30am and 8.30am on Saturday at a house along St Andrews Road.
Police Constable Neil Gauden, of Dorchester police, said: “Entry was gained through an insecure door while the occupant slept and two handbags were stolen.”
The bags contained a Nokia mobile phone and a Blackberry.
PC Gauden continued: ““I would urge anyone with information that can help with this investigation to phone Dorset Police on 101.
“I would also like to remind members of the public to thoroughly check their premises are secure when they go to bed to prevent this type of burglary.”
Witnesses and anyone with information should call Dorset Police in confidence on 101 quoting incident number 28:189.
Alternatively, call the free and anonymous Crimestoppers line on 0800 555 111 where mobile phone tariffs may apply.
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