A MILITARY backpack and alcohol have been stolen from a property in Arborfield.

Between 10pm on Tuesday, May 15 and 7.40am the following day, an unknown number of offenders broke into a house in Venning Road.

Once inside the property, the burglars stole items including alcohol and a military backpack.

Investigating officer PC Ross Kowald of the Investigation

hub based at Loddon Valley Police Station said: "We are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed the incident or who may have information to call our 24-hour enquiry centre on 101, quoting reference 43180147119."

If you don’t want to speak directly to police you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.