BRAZEN thieves targeted a Warrington home in broad daylight.

The burglary occurred at a property on Newhaven Road in Orford close to the junction with Poplars Avenue.

Residents in the area are being warned to be vigilant for anyone acting suspiciously, and to report such occurrences to Cheshire Police.

Officers in the area have been handing out property marking kits to residents to ensure their valuables are given a level of protection.

In an update, the force’s Poplars and Hulme Police team said: “A daytime burglary has occurred in the area of Poplars Avenue near to Newhaven Road over the past few days.

“Residents near to the incident have been given property marking kits to protect their valuables.

“Please be vigilant whilst at home and make sure everything is locked away and out of sight of any windows.”