A homeowner been left devastated after burglars broke in, stole their property and set fire to their house.

Emergency services were called to a house in Chester Road in Watford on Saturday.

Thieves broke in bwtween10pm and 10.35pm and stole several items, including televisions, a Diesel watch and an iPad.

Before leaving, they set fire to the house.

The occupant was not home at the time of the incident.

Detective Constable Jennifer Stoddart from the Watford Local Crime Unit said: “I am appealing for anyone who was in the area at the time and noticed anything suspicious to please get in touch.

“I am particularly keen to trace two men who were reported to be in the area at the time, as they may have vital information about what happened.

"They are described as being of Asian appearance, aged 25 to 30, of slim build and were both wearing black tracksuits.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Watford Local Crime Unit on the non-emergency number 101, quoting crime reference C1/16/5632.