Police in burglary witness appeal

Police are investigating a burglary that took place at a property in Clyst St Mary in which jewellery and cash was stolen.

The incident took place at a property in the Cat and Fiddle Park, near Exeter between 5pm 28th August and 10am 29th August whilst the elderly occupants were away.

A 43-year man from Exmouth has been arrested on suspicion of burglary and has been bailed until 4th November pending further enquiries.

Several items of jewellery including pendants, bracelets, necklaces, rings and a wristwatch were stolen along with £500, €400 and a Royal Doulton porcelain statue of a lady in royal blue.

There was also a distinctive bright orange multicoloured bag stolen which is believed to have been used during the theft and a peach coloured towel again believed to have been used to wrap stolen items.

If you were in the area at the time and witnessed anything strange, or have been offered any of the above items for sale, please contact DC Lesley Carroll on 101@devonandcornwall.pnn.police.uk or by calling 101 with any information quoting police crime number CR/060577/15.

Information can also be passed to Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555111, or via crimestoppers-uk.org.