THE plans of a would be burglary appear to have been thwarted by an alarm and police are hoping the public can provide assistance with their investigation.

Gwent Police is appealing for information following an attempted burglary along Whitecastle Road in Llantilio Crossenny between Abergavenny and Monmouth which occurred sometime between 1pm and 5pm on 15th October.

A police spokesperson said: “The offender or offenders set the alarm off at the premises by kicking the door and it’s believed this stopped them from getting in and stealing. A white van was seen at the property near to the time of the incident.”

Anyone who has any information regarding this incident should call 101 quoting log number 149 16/10/16.