Police are appealing for information after two burglaries on shops in Oxfordshire overnight.

The first incident occurred at about 11.20pm, when thieves forced their way into the Boots store in Market Place, Wantage, and stole aftershave and perfume.

Then at 12.24am, it is thought the same thieves forced their way into the Spar store in Stanmore Crescent, Carterton, and stole cigarettes.

Det Sgt Craig Kirby said: “We are linking these two burglaries and believe the same people were responsible for both.

“We would urge anyone who saw any suspicious vehicles in the vicinity of these locations to contact us as soon as possible.

“We would also like to hear from anyone who may have seen the thieves exiting or entering either store.”

Anyone with information should contact Det Sgt Kirby via the Thames Valley Police Enquiry Centre on 0845 8 505 505, or alternatively contact the Crimestoppers charity anonymously on 0800 555 111.