Residents have been warned to think about how they protect their valuable jewellery after the latest in a spate of Asian gold thefts at a property in New Haw.

Thieves targeted a home in Pinewood Avenue between 8am and 1.45pm last Thursday (November 6).

After what detectives described as a thorough search of the house, they stole gold jewellery, cash and an iPad.

Police are now looking for a man of Asian appearance who was seen in the area, wearing a red baseball cap, on Thursday.

Detective Constable Nicola Bartholomew said: This offence took place during the day and we feel sure someone must have seen or heard something.

If you noticed anything unusual, please do give us a call so we can progress our investigation.

"We would also like to hear from anyone who may have been approached or has information relating to Asian gold jewellery.

Asian gold burglaries have increased in recent years, particularly with the high price of gold.

Sometimes called Indian gold, Asian gold is a broad term that covers jewellery bought and held by south Asian families, often passed down through generations.

In September, a family in Ashford lost more than 40,000 of jewellery in a burglary.

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Warning to protect jewellery after latest in spate of 'Asian gold' thefts

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November 13, 2014 at 6:05 am by Mr HomeBuilder
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