Detectives have launched an investigation after £15,000 worth of silver bullions were stolen from a pensioner during a knifepoint aggravated burglary.

Officers were called to Back Lane, Scocles Road, Minster at 9.30pm yesterday after the 76-year-old victim reported that three men had forced their way into his home and threatened him with a knife.

The men took £200 from the victim’s wallet and the silver bullion, varying in size from a cabinet before leaving.

All three suspects are described as white men between 5ft 8 and 6ft and wearing dark clothing. One was thought to be wearing a grey Bench hoody and the other was wearing a black baseball cap with an England motif.

Investigating officer Detective Sergeant Jay Robinson said: “The victim has understandably been left very shaken by the incident and we are following up a number of enquiries to try and identify the suspects.

“I would urge anyone who may have information or offered the bullion to get in touch.”

Anyone with information should call Kent Police on 01795 419119 quoting reference XY/055473/18.