Olympic memorabilia was snatched by thieves during a burglary in Brightlingsea.

The crooks also stole a Victoria christening brooch and medals during the raid at a property in Regent Road.

The stolen Olympic collection included a Liberty Medal (pictured).

Detectives are asking anyone who recognises the medal or who may have been offered to buy any of the items online to get in touch.

The burglary is thought to have occurred sometime between 4pm and 8pm on October 16.

Call police on 101 and quote crime reference number 42/232884/21.