POLICE have warned people to check on their vulnerable neighbours after a man carrying a screwdriver was seen in a North Yorkshire town.
North Yorkshire Police is appealing for information after a man was seen trespassing on a property in Whitby last week.
The incident happened at around 3.30pm last Monday (October 12) in Pannett Way.
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The suspect was described as white, aged 20 to 25, and carrying a screwdriver.
He wearing a pale blue beanie hat, black joggers, and a light-coloured top.
A spokesperson for the police said: "We encourage residents to consider target-hardening measures on their properties.
"Comprehensive guides on home security can be found on the Secured by Design website: search 'Secured by Design' to get expert advice.
"Please also consider checking on any vulnerable neighbours in your area."
Anyone with information or CCTV footage is asked to contact North Yorkshire Police by emailing luke.aaron@northyorkshire.police.uk, calling 101, or using the force’s website.
Please quote reference 12260200924 when providing information.
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