A THIEF stole a mobile phone and a watch from a property in Oxford this week.

The burglary happened after midnight between 12.30pm and 12.45pm on Wednesday in Bartlemas Road, St Clements.

The offender gained entry to the property through an insecure front door before taking the items.

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Police say the burglar was disturbed and left the property immediately after.

If you witnessed the incident, or have any information that may help the investigation, call 101 quoting 43200206015.

People are also urged to check their CCTV, doorbell or dashcam cameras for footage.