A burglary victim returned home to see thieves loading a minicab with his belongings.

Police were called to Chappel Hill, Chappel, after the man witnessed £2,500 of his possessions being loaded into a stolen cab.

The getaway car was found a short while later after it had been involved in a crash.

Police are now appealing for information to try and piece together what happened.

  • Anyone with information should contact Colchester CID on 01206 762212 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.