POLICE have issued an e-fit of a man they want to speak to in connection with a burglary in the Yorkshire Dales.

Officers are appealing to the public to help identify the man, who they want to speak to following the burglary in the Aysgarth area of Leyburn on Tuesday, August 27.

The incident happened between 3.30pm and 3.45pm, when the occupier of the property disturbed a man inside the house who quickly walked off.

Anyone who can help identify the man in the image, or who saw anything suspicious in the area at the time and has information to assist the investigation, is asked to contact North Yorkshire Police.

Dial 101, press 2 and ask to speak to PC Andy Foster or email andy.forter@northyorkshire.pnn.police.uk.

Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Please quote reference number 12160176261 when passing on information.