RESIDENTS in the Herne Farm area of Petersfield have been urged to make sure their sheds and garages are secure following a spate of break-ins.

A variety of work tools were stolen when a garage on Butser Walk was burgled sometime overnight on Saturday.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information should contact Hampshire Police on 101 quoting 44180340875.

Similar incidents in the Moggs Mead area have been reported online via social media.

A house was also burgled over the weekend, with the culprit breaking the patio doors to gain entry.