THIEVES who broke into a former vicarage in Shildon stole a number of home entertainment items.

The burglary took place at the former vicarage of the disused All Saints Church, on Friday afternoon.

Once inside, the thieves, who had forced their way through a window to gain entry to the home, took a widescreen television, a video recorder and a Sky decoder.

Anyone with information about the burglary, which happened between 1.30pm and 5.30pm, is asked to contact Newton Aycliffe police on (01325) 314401