A search has been launched after a French carriage clock, 48-year-old wristwatch and laptop were stolen during a break-in.

The items were taken during a raid of a property in Borrowdale Avenue, Ramsgate, between 6.30am and 6.30pm on December 21.

Officers say the burglars also left the scene having swiped cash from the address.

A police spokesman said: "A number of distinctive belongings were reported stolen.

"These included a HP Pavillion Notebook laptop, a 1963 men’s Garrard wristwatch with a leather strap and jewelled movement, and a French brass-cased carriage clock described as having a rectangular white enamel dial with black Roman numerals and enclosed in its own fitted leather case."

Detectives are urging anyone who has seen the items to call them on 01843 222289, quoting the reference number 46/226016/20, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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