North Yorkshire Police is appealing for witnesses and information about a series of burglaries in the Harrogate area.

There have now been five burglaries between 15 and 18 September 2020, when suspects have entered via insecure doors and took car keys, house keys, a wallet and a handbag which were within easy reach .

These have occurred on Beckwith Road , Grove Street , Hutton Gate , Chatsworth Place and St John’s Road.

Residents have been advised to keep houses secure at night . If you have seen anything suspicious please report it .

We are requesting the public’s assistance to help establish the full circumstances surrounding the incidents, including details about youths who have reportedly been going door-to-door trying for any insecure premises.

If you have seen any suspicious vehicles or persons please contact the police.

Anyone with information that could assist the investigation should contact North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2, and ask for Elizabeth Estensen . You can also email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

If you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Please quote the North Yorkshire Police reference number 12200162246.