POLICE are hunting three men who were seen running away from the scene after an attempted burglary in Barrow.

The incident happened between 1.30am and 10.30am last Friday. Police said thieves attempted to break in to the rear of a property in Ramsden Street close to Cross Street and School Street.

Three men were seen in the area at the time and police have asked for any witnesses to call 101 or to ring Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.