BURGLARS targeted two rural homes in north Hampshire on one night.

The burglaries took place between 12.45am and 6.30am on Friday, October 3, at a house off the B3400 in Newfound, and in Cold Harbour, North Waltham.

In both cases, the occupants were asleep inside when the burglars struck.

Stolen items included handbags, sat navs, mobile phones and cash. Some of the items were found having been discarded in bushes near to the homes.

Police believe the same gang carried out the two burglaries.

Anyone with information can contact PC Lisa Cooper at Basingstoke police station on 101, or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.