Balaclava-clad burglars burst into the home of a family-of-four and attacked a 49-year-old dad-of-two.

Police said the three offenders raided the property in Brookside at about 8pm on Wednesday.

They searched the home and assaulted the 49-year-old man before fleeing on foot towards Lambert Walk and Queen's Close without stealing anything.

The victim sustained minor injuries and was treated by a GP.

Investigating officer Det Con Georgina Bradley said: "I am appealing to anyone who saw or heard anything unusual in the vicinity of Brookside, Lambert Walk or Queen's Close on Wednesday evening.

"The offenders were wearing dark clothing, including balaclavas, so if you saw anyone in similar clothing in the area then please contact police as soon as possible.

"I believe that the offenders may have been using a small dark vehicle that was parked in or near Queen's Close.

"If you saw a vehicle you do not recognise parked in the area or being driven at speed in the vicinity on Wednesday night then we want to hear from you.

"If you have any information about the incident, even if you think it might be insignificant, please call the 24-hour Thames Valley Police enquiry centre on 101.