Thames Valley Police is releasing an image of a man officers would like to speak to following a burglary in Milton Keynes.
At around 5.55pm on Tuesday (15/11), an offender broke into an address on Flambard Close by smashing the rear patio door.
The occupants returned after being alerted through their alarm system and found the offender inside the property.
The offender then threatened the occupants with a hammer before leaving the address on foot.
Investigator David Graham, based at Milton Keynes police station, said: “We would like to appeal to anybody who recognises the man in this image to please get in touch as they may have vital information about this incident.
“If you know who this may be, or if this is you, please get in touch by calling 101 or making a report online, quoting reference 43220515608.
“Alternatively, if you wish to remain anonymous, please contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online.”