A CAR and jewellery were stolen during a burglary in Colchester.

Police are appealing for information following the raid in Hadrian Close, Colchester, sometime between Saturday, August 8 and Wednesday, August 12.

A spokesman for Essex Police said: "A grey Fiat 500 Abarth convertible car was stolen but recovered a few days later in Plains Farm Close.

"Also taken was a large amount of jewellery including a diamond star pendant and some distinctive rings

"Entry was gained after a rear window was forced open."

Anyone with information is asked to contact Det Con Chris Leslie at Colchester CID on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.