Police are appealing for information after items of sentimental value were stolen during a burglary in Ryde at the tail end of last week.
Officers are investigating a burglary in Spencer Road, Ryde, which happened at around 03:20 on Friday 12th August.
Entry was gained and a search of the address was carried out during which several items were stolen. The burglar is said to have been ‘on the threshold’ of the occupant’s bedroom whilst they slept.
The items stolen include a pair of Royal Marine cufflinks which has been left to the victim by his grandfather, a ladies gold vintage Omega watch and a gold HTC M8 mobile phone.
Detective Chief Insp Nick Heelan said:
“I would like to speak to anyone who may have seen someone acting suspiciously in the area at the time or who may have been offered these items for sale.
“The cufflinks and watch are of real sentimental value to the victim and I would urge anyone who may have information to come forward so that we can reunite these items with their rightful owner.
“I would also like to take this opportunity to remind residents to keep their homes secure during the summer months.
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Anyone with information is asked to contact Police on 101, quoting 44160301305. Information can be given to Crimstoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
