A BURGLAR or burglars have struck at a funeral directors.

Police are now appealing for witnesses and information.

The burglary happened on Auborough Street in Scarborough between 6pm and midnight on January 27. Police say it involved 'unknown persons' gaining entry to a building via a rear window from Tollergate.

In a statement, police said: "We are conducting enquiries and are requesting the public's assistance to help determine the full circumstances surrounding the incident.

"In particular, we are appealing for information if anybody saw or heard anything suspicious between the times of the offence."

Anyone with information that could assist the investigation should contact police on 101, select option 2, and ask for Steve Ashley PC 390.

They can also email stephen.ashley@northyorkshire.pnn.police.uk.

Information can be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

The North Yorkshire Police reference number is 12160015969.