Police are appealing for witnesses after three men forced their way into a house armed with a gun.

A 53-year-old woman saw three men in high visibility jackets outside her home in Clickett End, Basildon, at 11am on Thursday, November 29.

When she opened the door, they forced their way inside and one had what appeared to be a gun.

They stole watches and ran off towards Clickett End.

Ryan Plaskett, 33, of Lillechurch Road, Dagenham, was arrested on Tuesday, December 4 and later charged with aggravated burglary. He appeared at Basildon Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, December 6 and was remanded in custody to appear at Basildon Crown Court on January 3. No pleas were entered.

Police continue to investigate and witnesses who saw the men or anyone with information are asked to contact DC Rob Lewis in Basildon CID on 101 quoting reference 42/174591/18.

Alternatively, contact the Crimestoppers charity 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111 or use the anonymous online form at Crimestoppers-uk.org

You can also report online at www.essex.police.uk/do-it-online