Air rifle stolen in village burglary

The raid took place at an address in Cold Overton Road between 2.15pm and 4.30pm on Friday September 11.

During the incident photographic equipment, including a camera bag containing two Canon lenses, and a silver and black Sony dictaphone were taken.

A number of necklaces, earrings and rings were also stolen, along with the BSA Airsporter .22 air rifle.

Det Con Sam Bates, from Melton CID, made the following appeal to the public: “Were you in Cold Overton Road on that Friday afternoon?

“Did you see anyone acting in an unusual manner or a way that aroused suspicion?

“From enquiries carried out to date, I believe both a grey Mercedes Sprinter van and a silver Volvo could have been in the area – and these vehicles are of interest.

“Did you see either of those or hear or see anything that caught your attention?

“Likewise, have you seen or been offered items such as those taken for sale? Any information you have could help my investigation.”

Call police on 101, quoting reference 20*477473, if you can assist officers.

Crime can also be reported online via the www.leics.police.uk/ro/report/ocr/af/how-to-report-a-crime web page.