LEAD thieves have struck a rural property near Basingstoke.

Police say a property in South Warnborough has been targeted by lead thieves, who stripped a "vast amount" of the metal from its roof.

The theft is believed to have taken place sometime between 5.30pm on 15 November and 2pm on 16 November.

Police are urging home owners with lead on show to take "reasonable steps" to secure it.

Anyone with information on the recent theft should call Hampshire Constabulary on 101, quoting: 44160432835