Callous thieves stole the rings from  a Mansfield woman’s fingers in her bedroom

Detectives are investigating after thieves stole rings and bracelets from woman's hand in her own home.
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The shocking theft was reported after three men confronted the woman in her bedroom on Yorke Street Mansfield Woodhouse and demanded cash.

One of the offenders took two rings and two bracelets along with a watch from the victim while the other two stood in the door way.

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It happened at around 8.55pm on Wednesday (26 August) in Yorke Street.

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Detective Sergeant Dave Prest said: "My team are working around the clock to establish who is behind this incident.”

He said detectives were looking for three men. The main offender is described as white, of a large, tall build, with light coloured hair. He is believed to be in his late 30s/early 40s. He was wearing a black face mask and dark clothing with a hood up and gloves.

The other two men were believed to be younger in age and were described by the woman as all wearing dark clothing and masks.

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Det Sgt Prest said officers investigating the case had gathered substantial evidence and are continuing to make their enquiries.

He added: "We won't tolerate burglary offences in Nottinghamshire and will do everything in our power to bring these criminals to justice."

Members of the public have been asked if they recognise the descriptions or have any information that could help, to contact Nottinghamshire Police on 101 quoting incident 760 of 26 August.

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