Thieves stole a safe full of firearms from a Markham home and police are seeking witnesses.

York Regional Police responded to a break and enter at a home on Herbert Wales Crescent, near Woodbine Avenue and Elgin Mills Road East, on April 12.

The homeowner returned from vacation and found his house broken into, and a safe that contained firearms stolen.

The safe was found in the Greenwood Conservation Area in Ajax on April 13, and police have seized it for forensic identification purposes.

The investigation is ongoing and officers have conducted canvasses of neighbouring homes to find witnesses. Investigators ask anyone who lives in the area that may have noticed suspicious activity between April 7 and 12 to come forward.

The safe is five-feet by two feet and would most likely have required some type of vehicle to transport it from the residence.

Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact police at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7541.

York Regional Police reminds residents to take steps to secure their homes, especially if planning to be away for a period of time.

• Put lights on timers to give the impression someone is home.

• Keep exterior areas around doors and windows well-lit and visible.