POLICE are investigating two burglaries on the same road in the Cottingley area.

The most recent burglary at a home on Woodside View, happened between 2.20am and 4.30am on Tuesday, August 15.

A blow torch was used on a side door to break into the property. Keys were taken and the victim's vehicle was stolen. 

Another burglary took place about a day before on the same road between 8.30pm on Sunday and 5.40am Monday (August 14) when a suspect gained by smashing a glass panel in the door.

After a search of the premises, several items were stolen from the home.

If anyone has any information about these burglaries, they should ring police on 101 and quote crime reference number 13230453281.