A DIAMOND and pearl encrusted gold brooch and a gold, heart-shaped locket were stolen during a jewellery burglary in Millbrook, Southampton.

The door to a flat in Oldbury Court was kicked in and extensively damaged during the burglary.

The gold brooch, a family heirloom, had diamonds and pearls around its entire circumference. The gold, heart-shaped locket was on a gold chain with a diamond on the heart and scroll work. No other items were taken during the burglary last Thursday between 7.35pm and 7.50pm.

Police are appealing for witnesses.

Contact DC Graeme Hargreaves at the Priority Crime Team at Hulse Road on 101, or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.