FOUR homes in one street in Rainworth were burgled over the weekend.
The break-ins happened in Cambridge Road on Saturday and Sunday.
In all incidents the intruders got in through the back of the house and stole items including jewellery, cash and bank cards.
In three of the break-ins the victims, who were all elderly, were out at the time.
In the fourth incident an elderly man was at home. He was unaware of the burglars and unharmed, but he was left distressed.
People living in the area have been visited by police and patrols have been increased to deter further incidents.
PC Lisa Mortimore said: "We are urging residents to be security conscious and vigilant.
"Lock doors and windows, fit burglar alarms and security lights, where possible, and keep valuable items, including keys, away from view."
Witnesses or anyone with any information should call PC Mortimore on 101, extension 809 7861."
