POLICE have launched an appeal for witnesses after a man forced his way into a Totton home, threatened the occupants and stole a wallet and handbag.
He then left the house on Downs Park Avenue, and walked down a gravel path towards Bartley Water marshland.
Police say they want to hear from anyone who witnessed the incident - which happened at about 12.35 on January 30.
A 28 year old man from Totton has been arrested on suspicion of aggravated burglary and is in custody.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting 44190036521, or call the charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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