Tools and equipment valued at thousands of pounds were stolen from a B&Q store in Bradford.

Police said yesterday that five men in balaclava masks used a saw to force entry through the doors of the store on Leeds Old Road at about 9.45pm on Sunday.

Stock, including pressure washers and hammer drills, was taken during the burglary. The suspects, believed to be wearing dark clothing, left the scene in a blue Ford Galaxy which was later found abandoned and empty in Tyersal.

Police enquiries are ongoing and any witnesses, or anyone with information about those responsible or the items stolen, are asked to contact Bradford South police on 101.