A SUSPECT in a city burglary has been named and charged by police after access was gained to a home via a downstairs window.

Joseph Smith of no fixed abode has been charged with burglary following a break-in at Court Mews in Farrier Street in Worcester.

The 36-year-old was arrested on Wednesday following the burglary in the early hours of March 10 during which a bag, cash and perfume were stolen.

He has since been charged with a dwelling house burglary and released on conditional bail to attend Worcester Crown Court on April 25.