A BURGLAR stole a family heirloom watch worth £40,000 that had been passed down through at least two generations.
Brent Police are appealing for information after the luxury Patek Philippe timepiece taken alongside other household items during a break-in at a house in Christchurch Avenue, Brondesbury Park, during the morning of August 5.
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The victim, a man aged in his 30s, said: “This was my grandfather's watch passed down to me though the generations from my late mother, who herself passed away in 2011.
“It holds massive sentimental value and is irreplaceable.
“I was simply holding it for my son when it was his time to take possession.
“Whoever has it, please return it.”
It is believed the break-in occurred some time between 09.15am and 11.15am on August 5.
The front door to the property had been forced open and the thief or thieves had rifled through belongings.
Their haul included an iPad, a laptop computer, a pair of black Asprey diamond encrusted cufflinks, and a collection of coins.
Detective Sergeant Paul Woodham from Brent Police said: “I would appeal to anyone who has been offered this watch, or any of the items taken during this burglary, to contact police.
“We are issuing a picture of the watch in the hope someone will recognise it and help us locate it so it can be returned to its rightful owner.”
n Anyone with information is asked to contact Brent Police on 101 quoting ref: CRIS 1918947/14. Alternatively call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
