Cheshire Police are appealing for any witnesses to get in touch following a burglary at an ex-professional footballer's home in Audlem.

At around 9.05pm on Wednesday 5 March, police were called to reports of a burglary at an address on Whitchurch Road.

The incident is believed to have occurred at some time between around 6.45pm and 8.30pm that evening.

During the burglary, unknown offenders gained access to the property and stole a quantity of jewellery, watches, designer items, and cash.

Unknown offenders gained access to the Audlem property and stole a quantity of jewellery, watches, designer items, and cash (Cheshire Police).

As part of enquiries, officers are asking anyone who witnessed what happened, saw anything suspicious, or has any relevant footage to get in touch with them.

Detective Sergeant Laura Fox of Eastern CID said: "We would like to reassure residents in the area that we are doing all we can to trace those responsible.

"As part of our investigation, we would urge any witnesses to get in touch with us.

"The same goes for anyone who saw anything suspicious around the time the incident is believed to have occurred, or anyone with any relevant CCTV, video doorbell or dashcam footage.

"Anyone with any information is asked to contact Cheshire Police via cheshire.police.uk/tell-us or call 101, quoting IML-2041185."

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