Police have released an image of a man they want to talk to in relation to the burglary of a woman in her 80s.

The raider entered the pensioner's home on Chapel Hil, Skipton,l and made off with valuables after searching the rooms.

The resident, a woman in her 80s, was understandably deeply distressed by the incident.

She was not present when the break-in happened in January.

Following extensive enquiries, including house-to-house enquiries, officers have released this CCTV image.

Police would like to speak to the man photographed in connection with the investigation.

If you recognise him or have any information about this incident, please call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2 and ask for Jo Pickless or email Jo.Pickless@northyorkshire.pnn.police.uk

Please quote incident number 12170003074.

The burglary took place between 2.10pm and 3.50pm on January 6, but police have only released details today.