BURGLARS struck three times in one night in the same area.

Police believe all three burglaries in Rastrick are connected.

The raids were in Crowtrees Lane, Slade Lane and Jumble Dyke.

A motor scooter was taken from one house and a Triumph motorbike from another.

In each case the thieves gained access through insecure windows and doors.

Det Insp Tony Nicholson, of Halifax CID, urged people to lock their doors and windows at night.

He urged anyone with information about the thefts or whereabouts of the bikes to ring Halifax CID on 01422 337080.