AN e-fit image has been released of a man police would like to trace following an attempted burglary.

It happened in Delf Hill, Rastrick, at around 2.15am on November 20.

The suspect forced entry to the property and searched the flat. The noise woke the occupant, a 25-year-old man, who confronted the suspect, who then fled the scene empty-handed.

The suspect is described as white and had a scruffy brown beard. He was wearing a beanie hat.

Anyone who recognises the man pictured or has any information on the incident is asked to contact police on 101, quoting crime reference 13180581919.

Information can also be passed anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.