DETECTIVES have released CCTV images of a man suspected of stealing a £7,000 watch and expensive jewellery from a North Yorkshire house.

The break-in is believed to have happened at about 1.15pm on July 29 at a house in Bogs Lane, Harrogate, with a pair of silver Paul Smith cufflinks, a Gucci chain, a children's Pandora bracelet, a blue topaz and diamond ring and other items of jewellery being taken as well as the Rolex Oyster watch.

Police believe the burglar escaped along Allotment Gardens.

Anybody who recognises him, has information about the theft or believes they have been offered any of the items for sale should phone Detective Constable Gary Blackburn or Harrogate Priority Crime Team on 101, email gary.blackburn@northyorkshire.pnn.police.uk or phone Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.