HOMEOWNERS in Backbarrow are being urged to contact Cumbria police after a power tool was stolen from a warehouse in the area.

On Friday November 29, a Makita nine inch electric angle grinder was stolen, after it is believed the suspect forced entry into the premises.

Police have asked residents in the area to contact PC Turner on 101 if they have been approached by anyone to purchase the power tool or if they saw any suspicious activity in the area.