THIEVES broke into two cars and stole cash and bank cards.

Essex Police is appealing for information about the break-ins, which happened in Manningtree overnight on May 15.

A silver Vauxhall Zafira, which was parked in Harvey Close, was broken into between 9pm and 8am.

A black iPod and purse containing cash and bank cards were taken.

A red Renault Scenic in Skelton Close was also targeted, but nothing was taken.

Anyone with information should contact Pc Matt May at Harwich Police Station on 101.