A thief posing as a council official stole money during a distraction burglary in Retford.
The man told residents at the property in Hallcroft Road that they owed money for work that had been carried out by a local authority.
The suspect was let inside the house and then engaged the elderly couple in conversation before stealing a quantity of cash and leaving.
It happened at about midday on Tuesday November 6
The offender is white and aged between 30 and 35.
Police believe he may have left the scene in a light coloured vehicle that was seen parked nearby, facing the direction of the roundabout.
Anyone who may have seen the vehicle in the vicinity of Hallcroft Road, or has information about the incident, is asked to call DC Rachael Butler on 101 extension 807 7468 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
