POLICE are investigating after money was stolen from a house in Barrow.

Entry to the house in Worcester Street was gained through an insecure front door by a man around described as being about 5ft 10ins tall.

Police said the man was of slim build, in his late 30s and with short grey hair.

He was wearing a blue and white striped shirt with grey trousers and carrying a black plastic folder.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Cumbria police on 101 using log reference 117 of October 18.

Alternatively, email 101@cumbria.police.uk or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.