POLICE are investigating a burglary in which around £3,000 worth of cigarettes was stolen from a convenience store.

The incident took place on Friday between 10pm and 11pm at the store in High Street, Lydd.

A quantity of cash was also taken.

Weald police are appealing for information and would like to speak to anyone who saw anything suspicious in the area on that night.

DC Theo Perez can be contacted at Ashford police station on 01233 619061 or, alternatively, contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.