OXFORDSHIRE residents have been urged to be vigilant about potential burglaries.

Police say West Oxfordshire locals should be aware of numerous recent shed break ins.

Meanwhile, in Twyford Grove, near Banbury, a burglary occurred on Saturday night. Anyone with information is asked to call 101 quoting crime number 43190058092.

Police issued the following advice to shed owners:

•Secure the access to your shed or garden by locking the gate

•Visibly marking the contents of your shed

•Making a note of serial number and photograph any valuables

•Use external security lights

•Lock the shed doors and windows

•Use a strong padlocks and strengthen door hinges

•Chain mowers, bikes and ladders

•Alarm your shed

•Check household policy cover your garden and out buildings