POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a house was broken into in Knaresborough.

The break-in happened on Greengate Lane in the town at around 7.20pm on Friday, December 2. A woman was seen running from the scene.

Due to the dark nights, the public are reminded to take extra security measures to protect their homes when they are not in by leaving a light on and making sure all doors and windows are locked.

Anyone with information that could assist the investigation should contact us on 101, select option 2, and ask for the force control room.

If you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800-555-111, quoting reference number 12160217829.