Oamaru police are appealing for help following the 'despicable' burglary of a 94-year-old man's home early this morning.
Police said the elderly man, who lives alone, awoke to noises in his Oamaru home about 2.45am.
The man was held down in his bed while his house was searched and items were taken.
"Targeting elderly people in our community is despicable, and police will be doing their utmost to locate those responsible and hold them to account," Detective Sergeant Dan Keno, of Oamaru, said.
Police are examining the scene and making enquiries in the area.
