PETERSFIELD police are appealing for witnesses after thieves tried to break into an outbuilding near Sheet.
The incident at a home on the A272 Midhurst Road happened between 10.15pm on Monday, March 20, and 9.15am on Tuesday, March 21.
Petersfield Police Community Support Officer (PCSO) Kathy Morning said: “Please let us know if you saw anything suspicious by calling 101 and using crime reference number 44170105791.”
She also advised householders to check their home security in a bid to deter thieves.
PCSO Morning added: “This is a good time to address your security, fit extra door and window locks, and ensure you have used padlocks on the side gates to deny access to the rear of the property, and consider installing low level ambient light on a dusk to dawn sensor as this will activate even when you are not at home.
“Property mark belongings with your house number and postcode, keep a list of any makes, models and serial numbers.
“Take photos of jewellery and register items for free at www.immobilise.com.
“Using this service will assist the police in returning property to the rightful owner should it be stolen.
“If you are feeling vulnerable or are elderly, ask for a free home safety and security survey by the Blue Lamp Trust or call 0300 777 0157 for an appointment.”