Churches in the Crawley area have come under attack in a spate of burglaries, which are being linked by police.

Raiders forced a window at St Leonard's Church, Langley Green, Crawley, between 2pm on Wednesday and 9.40am yesterday.

They ransacked several rooms as they searched the church, although it is believed nothing was stolen.

Crawley police are linking the latest raid to similar break-ins at St Barnabus' Church in Pound Hill, Crawley and Elim Church, Langley Drive, Crawley.

Anyone with information should contact PC Kate Lincoln at Crawley police station on 0845 6070999 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.