Police are hunting ‘despicable and shameful’ thieves after Second World War medals were stolen from a house in Leyland.

South Ribble Police were called to reports of a burglary in Southlands Drive around 11.15am on Wednesday 3 January.

Offenders gained entry to the house and took two safes which included jewellery, cash and medals.

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The medals were awarded for bravery during World War II.

Police say the burglary took place between 9.25am and 11.05am.

DC Dave Hanna, of the South Burglary Team, said: ‘This is a truly despicable and shameful crime.

We are urging anyone who has seen the medals, or knows where they are, to come forward.

“These items are of enormous sentimental value and we want the medals returned as soon as possible.’

Anyone with information can contact 101, quoting the log number 0398 of 3rd January 2023 or email 3094@lancashire.police.uk

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