POLICE are offering a reward for the capture of a suspected burglar.

Joseph Nelson is wanted in connection with a house burglary in Hastings earlier this month.

The force is now offering £500 for information leading to the arrest of the 19-year-old.

Nelson is white, 6ft 4 and of skinny build, with dark, brown hair and green eyes.

Detective Inspector Rob Morland said: "We hope this reward will encourage someone to come forward with information and we repeat our warning that anyone who assists Nelson to evade arrest in any way will be found and arrested, too They may be prosecuted for harbouring and assisting an offender."

Anyone with information regarding Nelson's whereabouts should report it to Sussex Police by calling 101.

They can also report anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.