Appeal after large number of items is taken from Derbyshire house

We’ve launched an investigation and are appealing for the public’s help after a house was broken into and several items taken.

Officers were called to Valley View in Belper on Friday 6 January at 11pm after a report of a burglary.

The incident happened between 9.15am and 4pm while the occupants had gone out.

A large number of items were taken including a jewellery box.

Anyone who may have witnessed what happened or has information, including CCTV footage, is being encouraged to contact our officers, quoting reference number 23*77404, on the methods below:

• Facebook– send us a private message to the Derbyshire Constabulary Facebook page
• Twitter– direct message our contact centre via @DerPolContact
• Website– We have several crime reporting tools on our website or use our online contact form
• Phone – call us on 101

You can also anonymously contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, on 0800 555 111, or by visiting the CrimeStoppers website.