POLICE investigating a burglary in Stanford-le-Hope would like to identify the man in the photo.

Two men broke into a house in Southend Road at about 12.30pm on Tuesday, March 17 after smashing rear patio doors to get inside.

A messy search was carried out but at this stage it is not known what was stolen.

Police would like to speak to the man in the photo, who was described as white, about 6ft tall, and of chubby build. He had a brown beard and wore a dark blue jacket and dark blue hat.

Anyone with information is asked to call Dc Russ Chamberlain at Grays CID on 101.

Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or www.crimestoppers-uk.org