Two burglaries in the same street of an Oxfordshire village have sparked a police appeal for witnesses. 

Two offenders gained access to two different houses in the early hours of Sunday, March 23 in Brook Street, Benson. 

The incidents took place between the hours of 12.40am and 1.30am. 

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Thames Valley Police has now launched an appeal for witnesses. 

A statement from Thames Valley Police South Oxon and Vale of White Horse said: “Two offenders gained access to two different houses by forcing a window.

"Once inside, they stole car keys, handbags and wallets and drove off in the stolen cars.

“If you have any relevant information please get in touch by calling 101 quoting the references 43250140962 and 43250141069.”