Hampshire Constabulary

Members of the public are asked to be on the look out for stolen jewellery after a burglary at a property in East Shore Way, Portsmouth.

The haul, a £9,600 Rolex watch, £6,000 engagement ring and a £2,000 eternity ring, was taken on March 1.

The victim, a 25-year-old man, disturbed the burglars when he returned home at 1:42pm. He saw the offenders flee his property, escaping over a fence to the rear of the house.

Despite chasing the pair, the homeowner was unable to catch them when they jumped into a faded red vehicle and drove off.

Police are appealing to the public for information about the burglary and are asking them to be vigilant if they are offered any of the stolen jewellery, or see similar items for sale.

The stolen items are described as:

• Men’s Rolex Oyster perpetual watch - silver with a diamond bezel and diamonds on all the numbers.
• Women's platinum engagement ring with 1ct diamond.
• Women's white gold and diamond eternity ring.

The offenders are described as:

• Male 1 - white, medium-large build, approximately 5ft 1ins to 5ft 6ins in height, wearing dark clothing including a hat.
• Male 2 - white, approximately 5ft 8ins, medium build wearing a black hat, top and trousers.

PC Kate Smithers of Fratton Priority Crime Team said: “Did anyone witness anyone acting suspiciously in the area at the time of the burglary? Or are you aware of the location of these stolen items now? If so please contact us as soon as possible.

“I’d also advise others to be extra vigilant when away from their property, ensuring that windows and doors are closed and secure.”