A POLICE helicopter was scrambled to York last night to search for a suspect following two attempted burglaries.

North Yorkshire Police said the incidents were reported at houses in Dalguise Grove, off Heworth Green, at around 11.10pm.

The suspect was disturbed by the homeowners and made off from the scene, the force added.

It said a search was conducted in the area by teams of police officers and police dogs with support from a police helicopter.

The National Police Air Service wrote on Twitter that open areas and surrounding gardens were searched and cleared. 

Inquiries are ongoing to find the suspect, including trawling through nearby CCTV and forensic examinations.

Witnesses or anyone with information that could assist the investigation should call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2, and ask for the Investigation Hub York, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Quote reference number 12190007906.