A SPATE of daylight burglaries where thieves made off with high-value items are being investigated.

Four separate incidents were reported to police yesterday, October 25, and all of them took place in the Henthorn area of Clitheroe.

Police have said all of the offences were committed during the day time or early evening with the offenders targeting homes when the occupants were not in.

A spokesperson for the Ribble Valley Police said: "The properties involved were on Henthorn Rd, Garnett Rd, Meadow View and Conway Ave.

"Offenders have usually approached the rear or side of dwellings forcing kitchen windows, smashing UPVC doors or conservatory doors.

"Once inside they have stolen items including cash, clothing, jewellery and TVs.

"At one property the thieves stole a key to a brand new vehicle parked on the drive. It is suspected that the offenders were disturbed by the occupants returning home as they were unsuccessful in removing the car.

"Occupants state that they witnessed a silver transit type van in the area of Meadow View at around 7.35pm yesterday that may have been acting suspiciously.

Police will be carrying out house to house and CCTV enquiries alongside visits from the crime scene investigators. If anyone has information which could assist please ring 01200 458766 and if unanswered leave a message.