Police are investigating a burglary at a property in Stock where thousands of pounds worth of jewellery was stolen.

Thieves smashed their way into the house on Hereward Mount between 12.30pm and 6.30pm on Saturday, February 21.

Various items of expensive jewellery were stolen including a rare and distinctive white gold Franck Muller watch which holds huge sentimental value to the victim.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Pc Neil Tremain at Chelmsford CID on 101 or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.