CCTV footage has been released of several men police are looking to trace after a burglary in Harlow.

Officers believe a group of men gained entry to a property in The Dashes between 3pm and 4pm on Wednesday, January 4, by kicking in a lower door panel.

A messy search was conducted and a number of items including watches, designer shoes and make-up were removed.

Officers want to speak to four men in connection with the incident.

The first male is described as black, wearing light blue tracksuit trousers, a dark hooded jacket and black trainers.

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Police want to identify the four men pictured in CCTV images

The second man is described as white, wearing a green hooded top, blue jeans and dark trainers with a white sole.

The third man is described as white, wearing a dark hooded jacket, dark jeans and dark trainers.

The fourth male is described as black, wearing a black hooded jacket with the hood up, black jeans and black trainers. He was also seen carrying a large chequered wash bag.

Anyone who recognises the men pictured or has any information about the incident is asked to contact DC Lauren Strangward at Harlow Police Station on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on: 0800 555 111.