POLICE have reported that a burglar attempted to break into several garages in a village near Basingstoke.

The burglary attempts took place around Poultons Close, Overton, between Friday 1 April and Saturday 9 April.

The burglar damaged locks in their attempt to gain access to the properties.

However their attempts were unsuccessful and nothing has been reported stolen.

Police are asking residents in the area to regularly check their garage for damage and report anything suspicious to 101, quoting 44160132638.