A home in King Harold Road, Colchester was burgled over the weekend.
Police are now appealing for any witnesses to the incident which happened between 7.30am on January 3 and 9.25pm on January 4.
A rear door was forced open in the burglary and a man’s silver pocket watch on a chain and containing a 1931 dance medal was stolen.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Dc Mark Peacock at Colchester CID on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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