A burglar who stole items from an Ipswich home, including a “large amount of cash”, is thought to have gained entry by climbing through an unlocked bathroom window.

The burglary is reported to have happened at a property in Great Whip Street in the town at sometime between 1am-6.20am on Friday, October 27.

“Entry is thought to have been gained by climbing through and unlocked ground floor bathroom window,” a spokesman for Suffolk police said.

The offender, or offenders, stole an HP laptop and charger, a Sony camera and a black women’s purse containing “a large amount of cash”.

Police are appealing for witnesses to help with their inquiries.

Anyone with information is urged to call Dc Donna Whelan-Smith at Suffolk police on 101, quoting crime number 37/69845/17 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.