A BRAZEN burglar forced his way into a Colchester home at knife point in broad daylight after knocking on the front door.

The suspect knocked at the house in Almond Way on Saturday May 16, between 3.30pm and 3.45pm.

When the 51 year-old homeowner came to the door the crook pulled out a knife and forced his way into the property.

He grabbed a mobile phone and £60 in cash before leaving.

The suspect is described as a white man, about 6ft 4ins tall and of strong build.

He had short black hair and a moustache, and was wearing a black leather jacket and blue jeans.

Anyone who saw the man in the area or has any information on the incident should call Det Con Danielle Markoutsis at Colchester CID on 101, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.