Asian jewellery stolen in Leamington burglary

The thieves smashed glass in a patio door at the home in Fernhill Drive between 10am and 4pm on Tuesday before breaking locks in upstairs rooms and stealing a large quantity of distinctive jewellery.

The haul includes diamonds, gold, ruby and sapphire necklaces, earrings, bangles and rings. A safe and other items were stolen, bringing the value of the property taken to £30,000 to £50,000.

Police say Asian jewellery carries great religious and family symbolism making it irreplaceable, and the theft of such collections is far more significant to the owner than its value alone.

Police would like to hear from anyone who saw anything suspicious in Fernhill Drive on Tuesday.

Anyone with information should investigation team at Leamington on 415000 or can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.