THE thefts of thousands of pounds worth of jewellery from two houses in Fulwood could be connected, according to police.

There are similarities between the burglaries, which both occured between midday on Saturday and Sunday tea time (March 13 and 14).

Jewellery and watches worth a total of £2,900 were stolen in the first incident, at How Gills, Fulwood.

The haul included a Gucci gold-plated worth £800, a matching gold necklace and bracelet and an opal pendant with a gold chain.

Items worth a total of £2,260 were stolen in the second burglary, at Longfield in Fulwood.

They include a ladies 18ct gold wedding band, a gold bracelet watch, and various hoop earrings.

A similar method of entry was used in both incidents.

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