Essex Police are investigating break in at Parkfields Baptist Church, White Horse Avenue, Halstead.

The offence took place between 5pm on Friday and 6 pm on Monday.

Suspects have kicked down a fence at the location, smashed windows and broken a door to the hall.

The hall has been entered and some windows have been smashed from the inside.

No items were stolen as it is an empty hall.

The damage will cost an estimated £500 to repair.

If you have any information regarding this crime please contact Braintree CID on 101 or alternatively call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.