THIEVES have smashed their way into a home in North Oxford.

Thames valley Police said the thieves got into a home in Lakeside on Thursday by smashing a rear window.

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It happened between 8pm and 9.30pm and the house was ransacked and cash stolen.

Any witnesses or anyone with information who was in the area at the time is asked to contact police by calling 101 with reference number 43190040705