Police are warning elderly people to be on their guard against bogus officials.

The warning comes after a man claiming to be from a water company got into the homes of two elderly women, aged 94 and 77, and distracted them while another man sneaked in and stole cash.

The burglaries happened between 4pm and 5pm on Stone Hall Road in Eccleshill, Bradford, on Tuesday.

The bogus caller was described as white, 25 to 30 years old, approximately 5ft 4in tall with short dark hair. He was wearing light-coloured trousers and a multi-coloured jumper which is thought to have a logo on the front.

Detective Inspector Gerry O'Shea, of Bradford North Police, said: "While these types of burglary are quite rare, there are people out there who will target elderly and vulnerable people. We would advise you not to allow cold callers or strangers into your home until you are satisfied that they are genuine."

Police say people should always check callers' identification, ring their company to confirm who they are and get support from relatives or neighbours if possible.

Anyone with any information on the Eccleshill burglaries should call Det Insp O'Shea at Bradford North Police on 0845 6060606.