WITNESSES are being sought after three burglaries in Studley late last week and police are warning residents to be on their guard.

Pc Alan Forsyth, of Studley police, said one was a distraction burglary where somebody was kept talking while another person went around the back of the house.

The other two were at unoccupied houses but police say all three could be linked.

Witnesses can call Alcester CID on 01789 762207.

Another theft is being investigated after £1,500 of phone cards went missing from Boozebusters in High Street at about 7.30-8pm last Wednesday.

The cards were taken from the back of the shop unknown to the member of staff there at the time.

Pc Alan Forsyth said there were about six members of the public in the shop at the time and asked for them to contact him or Pc Kirsti Jackson at Alcester police station on 01789 762207.