Officers investigating a number of burglaries in Inkersall have released pictures of a man they’d like to speak with.

There has been an increase in house burglaries in the area recently and officers believe one man could be responsible for them.

He is described as a white man, aged between 30 and 50, who is tall and with a broad build.

The man is known to carry out burglaries whilst wearing a snood to cover his face, along with a cloth, and a loose-fitted hat.

We appreciate the pictures are grainy but we hope someone might recognsie the man and get in touch with us. 

To see the images, please visit:- Pictures released of man officers are seeking in connection with burglaries in Inkersall | Derbyshire Constabulary  

We have been carrying out plain-clothes patrols, along with high-visibility patrols in the area, and these will continue.

Officers are also issuing some crime prevention advice that should lessen the chances of your property being targeted.

There are two comprehensive guides in the links below aimed at helping you to keep your property secure.   

Checklist for securing your home when you leave it | Crime Prevention | Derbyshire Constabulary

Keep burglars out of your property | Derbyshire Constabulary

Our advice includes:-

*Consider leaving lights and a radio on a timer to make the property appear occupied when you are out

*Closing and locking all your doors and windows when you leave your home - even if you’re only heading out for a few minutes

*Make sure that any valuables are kept out of sight

*Keep handbags away from the letterbox or cat flap and hide all keys including car keys, as a thief could hook keys or valuables through even a small opening

*Never leave car documents or ID in obvious places such as kitchens or hallways.

Anyone with information about the man in the pictures or description can contact us using one of the methods below and please quote incident number 25*228119:

You can also anonymously contact the independent charity CrimeStoppers, on 0800 555 111, or by visiting the CrimeStoppers website.