A BALACLAVA-clad man assaulted two women before stealing two watches worth £25,000.

Police are now appealing for information following the robbery.

Officers said the Rolex and Audemars Piguet ladies watches were swiped by the intruder, who entered a house in Cleckheaton Road, Low Moor, at about 6pm on Wednesday, November 15, and made demands for cash and jewellery.

A West Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: "The two female occupants were assaulted by the suspect, but neither required hospital treatment.

"The suspect, who is believed to have left on foot, is described as being about 5ft 9ins tall and of medium build.

"He was wearing a high visibility vest over a dark blue hooded top and spoke with an accent which was not thought to be local.

"He was also wearing a balaclava."

The Audemars Piguet watch is described as silver and gold with encrusted diamonds and has a white rubber style strap.

The Rolex is also described as silver and gold, with a silver and gold chain link strap. It is also encrusted with diamonds.

Anyone who may have information about these watches or who saw any suspicious activity in the area at around 6pm on November 15 is asked to contact Bradford District CID on 101, quoting crime reference 13170534760.

Information can also be reported anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.