An e-fit image has been released after a burglar smashed into a home – and left with a vacuum cleaner.

Essex Police released the picture of the man they want to identify after the burglary in Maunds Hatch, Harlow, between 10am and just before 3am on November 17.

The house raider broke in by smashing a bathroom window.

The only stolen item mentioned by police was the hoover.

Anyone with information should contact Harlow CID on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.