An antique clock of huge sentimental value to its owner has been stolen

The mantel clock was taken during a burglary which happened overnight between Boxing Day and Wednesday, December 27 in the Hitchen Hatch Lane area of Sevenoaks.

Det Sgt Graham Norman, of West Kent CID, said: “This stolen mantel clock is very distinctive and of particular sentimental value to the victim.

“I would urge anybody who has been approached by a person seeking to sell the item in person or online, to contact our appeal line.”

Officers have been completing a number of lines of enquiry including forensic examination at the scene and checking CCTV footage in the area.

Anyone with information should call Kent Police on 01622 604100, quoting reference 46/226875/23.

You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555111.