Burglars targeted two properties in the same road in one day.
Police are investigating after thieves broke into two houses in Upper Swaines, Epping, on Monday (May 18).
The thieves broke into the houses by entering through the rear windows.
It is not yet known what property was taken in the burglaries and police are currently investigating if they are linked.
One house was targeted between 8am and 7.40pm and the other was struck between 6.30am and 1.10pm.
Anyone with information should contact Essex Police by phoning 101.
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