POLICE have launched an appeal after a burglary in Maiden Newton.

Thieves smashed a window to break into the property between 11.30am and 4.30pm on Friday, April 6.

Police say several items of valuable jewellery were stolen after an untidy search was made of all rooms.

Anyone with any information on the incident is advised to contact Dorset Police on 101 quoting occurrence number 55180051119 or anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.