Police have launched an appeal after two burglaries took place in the space of a couple of hours last week.

The burglaries happened on Thursday, November 28 with the first break-in on Singleton Drive in Prestwich at around 5.40pm and the second on nearby Lowther Road between 6.30pm and 7.30pm.

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Police believe that three people are involved in the break-ins but have not released any more information or descriptions at this stage.

Police have asked if anyone has any Ring doorbell footage, CCTV footage or notice anything that could be significant to contact them.

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A spokesperson for GMP Bury said: “We are keen to hear from residents with CCTV/Ring doorbell cameras or anybody who may have been passing through the area and has dash cam footage of any suspicious activity around these times.

“We are unable to pass any description of offenders at this stage, other than we believe that three people are involved.

“It may be that something appeared odd or out of place, if so, we are keen to hear from you no matter how insignificant you think it might be.

“You can contact the investigating officer PC Hubbard directly on 18009@gmp.police.uk or you can call the office on 0161 8568222.”