Police are investigating a car burglary after a white Audi A3 was driven away from a Clacton home and later found burnt out on Monday.
The incident occurred between 12.30am and 5.30am on Monday (August 18), at a home in Cotman Road as thieves broke into the property by forcing the lock on the rear door and then stole the car keys.
The car was subsequently found burnt out in Golden Lane, Thorpe-le-Soken.
Investigating Officer Pc Luke Howard said: "We would like to hear from anyone who might have seen this crime in progress .We would also advise car owners to be vigilant and to hide away the car keys when leaving their homes unattended."
Anyone with information should contact Essex Police at Clacton CID on 101 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
