A BURGLAR ripped away a large cat flap to enter a Basingstoke home.

The burglary took place on Wednesday, January 9 at a house in Heron Park, Lychpit.

Stolen items included a red Xbox 360 and two controllers, a 24-carat gold wedding ring belonging to the victim’s grandmother, and a light blue Canon camera in a red case.

Officers have released an efit of the suspect based on a witness’ description.

He is described as aged between 16 and 18, with short, neat hair, dark eyes and a fair complexion. He wore a dark grey hooded top and dark jeans or tracksuit bottoms.

Anyone with information can contact PC Lee Stanbrook at Basingstoke police station on 101.