A MAN who failed to con his way into an Abergavenny home forced his way in through a window and stole the resident's wallet, Gwent Police said.

They appealed for information following the burglary in Llanelly Hill at around 6pm on Thursday, October 10.

They say the man initially knocked on the front door of the property saying he was from a gas company, and when he was refused entry, forced his way in through a window. He then demanded cash from the occupant and made off with his wallet.

The offender is white, of stocky build and was wearing dark clothing.

Anyone who may have seen anything suspicious in the area or has any information relating to this incident is asked to call 101 quoting log 431 10/10/13.