BURGLARS broke into a Clacton home just before Christmas, making off with almost £1,000 worth of goods.

A pink laptop and a cash card and purse were stolen.

Jewellery including two rings, one engraved with ‘Mum’ and one with a large sapphire set into it with small diamonds around the outside were also taken.

The Oxford Road house was raided via the back door which had been left insecure, and a messy search was carried out by the raiders.

The burglary took place on December 22 between 4.30pm and 5.20pm.

Police are appealing for witnesses.

Anyone with information should contact PC Dan Smith at Clacton police station on 0300 333 4444.