AN ELDERY woman was confronted by a burglar after being woken up by a noise at the back of her Hampshire home.

The 84-year-old called out before hearing and seeing a man run past and flee through the front door.

A key to the house in Alver Road, Gosport was stolen.

This happened shortly before 1.00am on the morning of Wednesday, May 8.

Witnesses or anyone with information can contact the Priority Crime Team at Fareham Police Station by phoning 101.

Alternatively, call the independent Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111 if you wish to remain anonymous.