AROUND £100,000 worth of jewellery was stolen from a shop in Bournemouth in a late night burglary.

Roses of Bournemouth was targeted on Sunday night by a trio of thieves who broke in, damaging a shutter and door before stealing approximately £100,000 worth of gold jewellery.

Among the items stolen included gold rings and a pendant. 

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Police are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward following the burglary at Roses of Bournemouth in Wimborne Road.

It was reported that three men forced entry to the shop between 9.45pm and 11.45pm on Sunday, March 13.

A search of the premises was conducted and jewellery was stolen.

Police Constable Zeke Gura-Lowe, of Dorset Police, said: “We are carrying out a number of enquiries as the investigation into this burglary continues.

“I am keen to hear from anyone who witnessed any suspicious activity in the area around the relevant timeframe or who has any information that might assist our investigation.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk/do-it-online, via email 101@dorset.pnn.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55220040804.

Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.