A treasured OBE medal was taken during a raid on a home.

Police were called to Avenue Road, Theydon Bois, after a break-in at a property at around 9.30pm on Sunday, July 2.

A suspect was able to force entry into the house and conducted a messy search once inside.

Among other stolen items was an Officer of the British Empire (OBE) medal. The recognisable award features a gold cross attached to a light red or pink ribbon.

It has the image of the head of King George V with the words “For God and the Empire” around the centre of the medal.

Police said the award holds significant sentimental value to its owner.

  • Anyone with information is asked to contact Loughton CID on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on: 0800 555 111.