A BURGLAR burst into an elderly man’s home and stole his cash.

The offender, who was wearing dark clothing and is around 30 years-old, called at the property in Dudley Road, Ellesmere Port between 12-2pm on Thursday.

When the victim opened his front door the thief forced his way through before fleeing with a quantity of cash.

Police are appealing to anyone who may have seen a male acting suspiciously in the area at the time of the offence to contact them.

If you have any information call DC Paul Rickett on 0845 458 0000 or Crimestoppers in confidence on 0800 555 111.