BOOTS in Burnham-on-Sea has been attacked by burglars for the third time in 12 days. 

The beauty store was burgled for the third time in the early hours of April 16. 

A spokesman for Avon and Somerset Police, said: "We were called to reports of a burglary at a pharmacists in High Street at about 5.30am.

"A number of items have been taken by single intruder, who is reported to have forced entry to the store at about 4.40am.

"We're keen to hear from anyone who was in the area at the time of the incident who may have information to help our enquiries.

"If you are able to help please call us, quoting reference 5217083985."

The Boots store on High Street was targeted by burglars just four days ago and was also attacked two weeks ago on April 3 along with two other Burnham businesses. 

Crime Scene Investigators were outside the store on Easter Sunday gathering fingerprints and evidence.

Police are currently investigating the spate of burglaries and are appealing for witnesses to the incidents. 

If you have any information about the burglaries call 101 and ask for police.