Ornament taken in burglary on Sunderland home

A statue of a dancer was taken in a break-in on a Sunderland house.
Newburn Avenue in Sunderland. Image courtesy of Google Maps.Newburn Avenue in Sunderland. Image courtesy of Google Maps.
Newburn Avenue in Sunderland. Image courtesy of Google Maps.

The burglary happened between 3.30pm on Monday, February 22, and 5.30pm on Monday, March 22, at Newburn Avenue, between Newcastle Road and Margaret Thompson Park in Southwick.Burglars stole an Nao Ornament - a dancer with a grey leotard and veil. Officers are carrying out inquiries into the burglary and are appealing for any witnesses to come forward.

They would also like to hear from anyone who has been offered a Nao ornament similar to the one described for sale. Any witnesses should ring Northumbria Police on 101 quoting reference 852 220316 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.