Police are investigating a burglary that happened at an antiques shop in the High Street, Edenbridge on Sunday 24 January.

Between 6am-6.23am the rear door of a shop was smashed to gain entry and one of the showrooms was searched.

Five Japanese Imari vases, comprising two spill vases and three vases with cover, and two Meiji period Imari vases that had been made into lamps were taken.

Forensic evidence discovered at the scene will form part of the investigation.

Det Con Mark Howell said: ‘I would urge anyone who may have been in the area early on that Sunday morning and thinks they may have seen something that could help with our investigation to contact police as soon as possible.’

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 01732 379217 or Kent Crimestoppers on 0800 555111 (if possible quoting reference number 1116). Callers to Crimestoppers do not have to leave their name.

Information can also be e-mailed to appeals.westkent@kent.pnn.police.uk