OFFICERS are investigating after a large quantity of copper piping was stolen from a house near Saul.

The house, in Priding, is under renovation and unoccupied.

Some time between September 14 and September 22, the house was broken into and the copper piping was stolen from the heating system.

A large amount of electrical wiring was also taken, along with diesel from a heating oil tank.

An antique metal clothes dryer was also stolen.

Police are conducting house to house inquiries in the area and are keen to hear from anyone who has information about the incident.

If you can help please ring 101 quoting incident number 176 of September 23. Alternatively, you can ring Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111