Police are investigating a burglary at a house in Mersea Road, Colchester.
The incident happened between 4pm and 6.10pm yesterday when thieves broke into a house through an insecure rear window.
They stole cash, jewellery and a mobile phone.
Police are keen to trace a man who was spotted in a field in between Queen Elizabeth Way and Mersea Road at around 5pm.
He is described as white, in his 20s and wearing a green or yellow t-shirt.
Anyone with information should contact Essex Police on 101, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.
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