Police are appealing for witnesses after culprits smashed patio door to gain entry

Police are appealing for information after burglars broke into a home in Ottery St Mary.

The offenders smashed through a rear patio door of the property in Claremont Field – which was unoccupied at the time – between Saturday, February 13, and Monday, February 22.

Anyone who has knowledge of the incident, or has been offered jewellery for sale is urged to contact police by dialling 101, quoting crime reference: 267/22.02.2016.