GOLD bracelets and diamond necklaces were stolen from a home in an evening raid.

Between 6.20pm and 7.30pm on Thursday, February 22, entry was gained to an address in Gibson Road, Poole.

Offenders searched the home and stole jewellery, including the bracelets and necklaces.

Officers investigating the burglary are appealing for witnesses or anyone with any information to come forward.

Police constable Declan Garbutt, of Poole police, said: “An investigation is underway and I am appealing to anyone who saw or heard suspicious activity in the area around the relevant time to please come forward.

“I would also ask any residents in the vicinity with home CCTV or doorbell cameras, as well as motorists who were driving in the area and have dashcam fitted, to please check their footage and see if they have captured anything of relevance.”

Anyone with information should contact Dorset Police at dorset.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55240027674. Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.