Police in Barrow are appealing for information as part of an investigation into residential burglary which occurred on Mulberry Way, Barrow yesterday (23 December).
The incident is believed to have occurred during the day or into the early evening between 10 am and 7:30pm, when the offender/s gained entry to a property at the location before stealing military medals - a General Service Medal- Northern Ireland and Iraq War Medal - and cash.
Similar images of the items stolen are included.
Officers are appealing to anyone who may have seen these items offered for sale.
Detective Sergeant Darren Henderson, Barrow CID, said: “These items hold significant sentimental value, and we want to see them returned to their rightful owner and bring the offender/s to justice.
“If you think you might have been offered them for sale or know who could be responsible for taking them, please contact us immediately.
“I would also appeal to antique dealers or medal specialists; if you have been offered any of these medals, or if anybody has recently purchased a medal and you do not know where they have come from, please get in touch with us.”
If you have any information about this incident or who may be responsible, contact police on www.cumbria.police.uk/report-it quoting log number 208 of 23 December. You can also call on 101.
Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 800 555 111.