Police have released an e-fit after a burglar smashed a conservatory door in Whiteley.
But after breaking into the house on Lovage Road, the man was disturbed and left empty handed.
Police are appealing for witnesses and have issued an e-fit of a man they would like to speak to.
The break-in happened between 4.45pm and 5pm on Thursday, November 23.
Nothing was reported stolen.
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In a statement, a spokesperson for Hampshire police said: “The man in the image has been described as being a white man, aged between 40 and 60, with light-coloured hair. He was wearing black clothing and a woolly hat.
“Officers are now appealing for witnesses and anyone who may recognise the man in the image.
“Were you in the area at the time? Did you witness any suspicious behaviour or the incident?”
The spokesperson added: “Anyone who has information, or who thinks they may know the person in the e-fit image, is asked to contact 101, quoting the reference 44230480141."
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