Police are appealing to the public for information regarding an allegedly stolen firearm.

The firearm was in a Rapid Creek residence which was unlawfully entered between 10:30pm last night and 8:20am today. Two boxes of ammunition are also missing.

The firearm is a Lanber 12 gauge shotgun. A photo of a similar firearm is attached.

If you believe you have information which may assist police with their investigations, please call 131 444 or Crime Stoppers anonymously on 1800 333 000.