BURGLARS forced entry into a house and stole "precious items" including handbags, jewellery and perfume.

The break-in took place on the evening of Wednesday, January 16 at an address on Higher Lane in Crank.

The owners have been left "devastated" after burglars ransacked a bedroom and stole numerous items from the property described as everything "that is precious" to them.

Things which were taken include Chanel and Louis Vuitton bags; a mirrored jewellery box; diamond jewellery and three boxes of Chanel cosmetics and perfume.

It is believed the burglary took place between 7pm and 9pm.

A Merseyside Police spokeswoman said today (Monday): "The investigation is continuing and officers are still carrying out CCTV and forensic analysis to establish those responsible."

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