Man broke into South Auckland home, knocked baby onto floor

Ben Scott, fiancée Chelsea and their children Isabelle, Coen and newborn son Carter were disturbed by burglars while sleeping. Photo / Jason Oxenham

A man who broke into a South Auckland house knocked a newborn baby out of a bassinet onto the floor as he fled after being caught in the act.

At 5.25am on December 27 a woman woke in her Manurewa house to find an unknown male trying to steal property.

He pushed past a bassinet, knocking the baby onto the floor.

Police said the offender stole various items, including two cars and Visa cards.

They are now appealing for information about the people in these photographs, and say they may be able to help with the investigation.