An investigation has been launched after two aggravated burglaries in Thurrock.
Three men forced their way into a home in Anthony Drive, Stanford-le-Hope at around 9.15pm on Monday and threatened the person inside with a knife.
The men stole cash and bank cards before making off.
A similar burglary happened in Myrtle Grove, South Ockendon less than an hour later.
Three men broke into a house armed with a screwdriver.
The people living their were threatened and mobile phones, passports and drove off in the victims’ car.
Detective Sergeant Richard Dines, from Grays CID, said: “These were two very frightening incidents where the victims were threatened in their own homes.
“We believe they may be linked due to the details of each break-in and need anyone with any information to come forward.
“If you saw or heard anything in the area of either incident last night please contact us and tell us.
“I also want to speak to anyone who was driving in either area at around the time of the burglaries and has any dash cam footage.”
Anyone with information is asked to call Grays CID on 101 quoting the crime reference numbers 42/37725/18 and 42/37736/18 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Tags: Thurrock, Stanford-le-Hope, South Ockendon
