THIEVES stole three medals from a house in Scarborough.

North Yorkshire Police said a Pacific Star, a Second World War Star and a Second World War medal were stolen in a burglary in the town, and belonged to the homeowner's late father.

Police would not specify where the burglary took place, but said the medals were of "high sentimental value" to the owner, and urged anyone offered them for sale to contact the force on 101, email investigationhubscarborough@northyorkshire.pnn.police.uk or phone Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555111 quoting reference 12180134562.