This is the moment a burglar was caught on CCTV trying to break into a persons' home. 

The attempted burglary happened in Westlea Avenue in Watford at around 12.40am on August 10.

The hooded offender can be seen approaching the property before forcing entry to the porch.

But moments later the burglar flees in the direction of the A41 having disturbed the victim who went to the door after hearing a noise.

Nothing was taken during the incident and no one was injured.

Police are appealing for information and witnesses about the break in.

If you saw any suspicious activity or saw someone running from the Westlea Avenue area at the time, please call 101 quoting reference 41/26016/18.