CCTV appeal after jewellery is stolen from elderly Sunderland man
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Shortly before 7pm on December 30 last year, officers were alerted to a burglary in Pickard Street, Millfield.
A man in his 70s was befriended by a stranger in a local shop who then walked home with him.
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Hide AdWhile the victim was distracted, the offender stole two gold sovereign rings, three large gold crucifixes and gold chains.
An investigation was launched immediately after the incident with officers following a number of lines of enquiry.
Now they have identified a man who they would like to speak to in connection with the offence.
He was seen at the shop on the night in question and detectives say he could have information that can assist them with their investigation.
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Hide AdThe man, or anyone who recognises him, is asked to contact Northumbria Police via the ‘Tell Us Something’ page of the force website or by calling 101 quoting log 886 301220.