POLICE are appealing for information following a burglary in Kirby Cross.

Two men broke into a property in Laburnum Crescent at around 2.30pm on Wednesday, July 19.

They threatened the victim with a knife and a gun and made him get on the floor before stealing jewellery.

The victim attempted to stop the men but was sprayed in the face with an unknown substance, causing irritation to his face.

Officers are looking to speak to anyone who was in the area at the time, particularly if they saw a blue Audi which was seen in the area.

Anyone with any information is urged to contact PC Keith Hewitt at Clacton police station on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.