POLICE are appealing for information following a distraction burglary at a Redditch home.

A man conned his way into the property in Fordbridge Close, Webheath, on the pretence of offering his services for garden work.

Once inside the address he stole money.

The incident happened 3 and 3.20pm on Monday, July 27.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact West Mercia Police on 101, quoting incident number 453-S of June 27.

Information can also be given anonymously via the independent charity, Crimestoppers, by calling 0800 555 111 or visiting www.crimestoppers-uk.org.