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Evening Standard
Evening Standard
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Niva Yadav

Police launch appeal for 22-carat gold jewellery stolen in Sutton burglary

Several 22-carat pieces of jewellery were stolen during a burglary in south London.

The Met has now launched an appeal to recover the jewels which were taken from a home on Willis Avenue in Sutton between 5pm and 9pm on April 23.

Two 22-carat gold rings - one with a silver stone and the other with a ruby - were taken during the burglary.

Other items included two gold necklaces, one orchid-shaped and the other a Farohar pendant, as well as gold bangles, a 22 carat gold band, and a 22 carat gold 18-inch chain.

 (Met Police)
(Met Police)
The orchid necklace (Met Police)
The orchid necklace (Met Police)
Gold bangle (Met Police)
Gold bangle (Met Police)

Farohar pendants are secular symbols of pride and unity among the Persian community.

Initial forensic examinations revealed CCTV showing a silver BMW fleeing the scene.

Detectives have now released images of the stolen jewellery and are asking the public - and shop owners who buy gold - to get in touch with any information.

Detective Constable Lee Simpson, who is leading the investigation, said: “The sentimental and cultural value of this stolen jewellery is priceless. This is why my team and I are working tirelessly to identify those responsible and locate the items. We're urging anyone who recognises the pieces - or has any information as to their whereabouts - to contact us immediately.”

People with information can contact the Met via 101, or report anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, quoting reference number 01/7475684/26.

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