About 4.10am on August 31, a manager attended a general store on Wollombi Road, Broke, after a security alarm was activated.

He saw that the glass front doors had been smashed.

Officers from Hunter Valley Police District were then notified.

They began inquiries immediately.

A small amount of cigarettes and lighters were allegedly stolen.

Anyone who may have been driving through the area at the time and have captured dashcam footage is urged to come forward.

Contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au

Information is treated in strict confidence.