POLICE are reminding residents to protect themselves from burglars this Christmas, following an incident in Llanddulas.

They say a burglary took place at a house in the village over the weekend after the occupants went out to do some Christmas shopping.

Police are urging residents to use security devices to help secure their house.

A tweet said: "A timer switch could make thieves think you're home.

"Don't make it easy for criminals #NWPBigEasy."