Police are hunting a man wanted in connection with burglaries.

Thomas Ward, 21, who is known to frequent the Blackburn and Hyndburn areas, is wanted in connection with burglaries where items of jewellery were stolen.

He is described as 5ft 9 tall of a slim build with cropped dark brown hair and talks with an Irish accent.

He is thought to have connections to the travelling community across the whole of Lancashire.

Sergeant Andy Horne, of Lancashire Police urged anyone with information about the men to get in touch.

He said: “I am urging local communities across Lancashire to help us trace these wanted men, and if they themselves see this appeal, please get in touch and attend your nearest police station.”

Anyone with information about the wanted men should contact police on 101. All information will be treated in confidence.

Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at Crimestoppers-uk.org.