POLICE are appealing for information after silver paint was sprayed around a smashed window pane following an attempted burglary.
A resident in Queen Elizabeth Way, near the junction with Mersea Road, in Colchester, found a hole in their window between 8pm and 10pm on Friday, October 16.
Silver paint had been sprayed around the smashed window pane.
The result of a further investigation showed someone had attempted to gain access to parts of the property sometime that day.
An Essex Police spokesman said: "Anyone in the area who may have seen suspicious behaviour, or who has CCTV or dashcam footage is asked to get in touch with Colchester CID.
"You can submit a report on our website or call 101.
"If you wish to remain anonymous please call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."
The crime reference number to quote is 42/168958/20.
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