THREE homes have been burgled in the Bolton North area.

Tools and scaffolding were stolen from a house in Twisse Road, Breightmet, after burglars lifted a fence panel up then forced their way through a backdoor.

Keys and a car were stolen during a burglary in Hough Lane, Bromley Cross. The owner was asleep at the time. The car has since been recovered. A bag, a phone, sunglasses and a key were taken from a home in Highfield Road, Smithills. Two criminals worked together to commit the crime.

The break-ins took place between Monday and Wednesday.

Anyone with information can call police on 101.