A FLATSCREEN television and two watches were stolen during a house burglary.

It happened on Thursday, November 9, at around 11.30am in Cresswell Court, Sunderland and police are now urging anyone with information to get in touch.

Officers are also investigating a burglary at 7.30am on Sunday, November 5, in Wilfred Street, Sunderland.

A man was seen in the rear yard, but was disturbed by a neighbour and made off.

The offender is described as early twenties, skinny build, dark hair and unshaved with stubble.

He was wearing a long sleeved grey hooded top and light blue faded jeans.

It is not thought the burglaries are are linked.

To help, call police on 101.