Police have launched a CCTV appeal after a "high-value burglary" of museum artifacts in a UK city.

On Thursday, September 25, between 1-2am, "a group of four unknown males" gained entry to a building in the Cumberland Road area of Bristol, which housed items from the Bristol's Museum's British Empire and Commonwealth collection.

More than 600 artefacts of various descriptions were taken by the offenders, Avon and Somerset Police said.

The force's detectives wish to speak to the four people pictured as they believe they will be able to aid them with their enquiries.

Detective Constable Dan Burgan, the officer in the case, said: "The theft of many items which carry a significant cultural value is a significant loss for the city.

"These items, many of which were donations, form part of a collection that provides insight into a multi-layered part of British history, and we are hoping that members of the public can help us to bring those responsible to justice.

"So far, our enquiries have included significant CCTV enquiries as well as forensic investigations and speaking with the victims."

The four men pictured are described as white.

One was of medium to stocky build, wearing a white cap, black jacket, light-coloured trousers and black trainers.

The second man was of slim build, wearing a grey-hooded jacket, black trousers and black trainers.

The third male wore a green cap, black jacket, light-coloured shorts and white trainers and appeared to walk with a slight limp in his right leg.

Finally, the fourth man was of large build, wearing a two-toned orange and navy/black puffed jacket, black trousers, and black and white trainers.

Anyone who recognises the men or has seen any of the possible items being sold online is asked to contact the force on 101, quoting reference number 5225269603.

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