OFFENDERS prised open a window and began searching a house in Redditch while the elderly owner was asleep on his sofa.

The victim, in his 90s, was asleep at his home in Auxerre Avenue between 2.30-3pm on Saturday, September 15 when about four men entered the house.

The victim woke up and they asked him for money.

Damage of £300 was caused to the window but it is not believed anything was stolen.

The offenders are described as white and aged 20-30.

Anyone with information can call police on 08457 444888 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.