A Perth man caught a thief rummaging through his household belongings after he returned from work yesterday evening.
The sneak-in theft took place in Innerleithen Way at around 6.30pm with police now hunting the intruder.
The culprit is described as five foot ten inches tall, of average build, with short dark hair, wearing a maroon coloured rain jacket and carrying a small black bag.
A spokesperson for the Tayside division of Police Scotland said: “We are again urging householders to consider home security measures when they go out.
“If you are going out and you have a house alarm remember to set it and lock doors and windows when you leave.
“More information on home security can be found at http://www.scotland.police.uk/…/home-and-p…/secure-your-home
“Anyone with any information that may be useful should contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting 3483 of 17 April or speak to any police officer. Alternatively information can be passed anonymously via the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”