QUITE often the police get a bad press, but recently we had reason to be very grateful for their support.

Sadly, we were burgled last week.

Our back door was kicked off its hinges and despite the alarm working, the thieves stole a wallet and a watch.

Thankfully, the alarm alerted our neighbours and they phoned the police, who were on the scene very quickly.

I would like to thank our neighbours and the police for their efforts to catch the thieves, who sadly are still at large.

MARK HANKINSON Moorcroft Avenue, Oakworth