Police are investigating a burglary which took place yesterday afternoon in Carlisle.

The burglary took place on Whernside, off Orton Road, between 4.30pm and 7.30pm.

A spokeswoman for Cumbria Police said: "An unknown person or persons forced entry to a garage, causing about £1,000 worth of damage.

"Police are therefore appealing to anyone who may have witnessed something in the area at the time.

"Anyone with any information is urged to contact PC 2531 Scott on 101, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."