A CAT burglar stole a television and a games console from a upstairs bedroom while the owners were downstairs.

The crook targeted the home in Meredith Road between 10pm and midnight on Wednesday.

A ladder was used to gain access to the property through an upstairs window at the back of the property.

The occupants were downstairs at the time.

A 42-inch Sony television, a black Xbox 360 and five games were stolen.

A spokesman for Essex Police said: Residents are reminded to make sure that all ladders and other tools are stored securely.”

Anyone who has been offered the stolen items for sale, or who witnessed any suspicious behaviour in the area is asked to contact Det Con Alison Cotter at Clacton Police station on 101.