A man seen lurking outside a garage carrying a bat and a white sheet has sparked an appeal from police.
The suspicious incident took place in Crampmoor, near Romsey, on Monday between 04.50am and 04.58am.
When approached by a resident the man made off in a silver Volkswagen convertible with no lights.
Police are urging residents to stay vigilant as the incident comes after a recent spate of burglaries in the area, including in sheds and garages.
Officers are also asking residents to check their CCTV cameras for anything suspicious.
Anyone with any information should call police on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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