A burglar ransacked a house before making off with cash.

The incident happened in Cross Road, Watford, between 6pm and 9.15pm, on September 19.

Police said the intruder broke into the property and carried out an “untidy search” before stealing a sum of money.

Enquiries are on-going and anyone with information that could assist the investigation is asked to contact Hertfordshire Constabulary via the non-emergency number 101, quoting crime reference 41/38469/18 or report information online at www.herts.police.uk/Report.

Alternatively, contact the independent crime-fighting charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or through their anonymous online form at www.crimestoppers-uk.org. No personal details are taken, information cannot be traced or recorded, and you will never need to go to court.