Avon and Somerset Police are are issuing a new appeal for information following an aggravated burglary in Bath.

The incident happened between 11 a.m. and 11.30 a.m. on Wednesday, 28th March in Midsummer Buildings, Bath. A seventeen-year-old girl was at home when she was confronted by at least two men, who had their faces covered, who searched the property. One of the men was armed with a hammer.

Avon and Somerset Police have established that a large amount of Chinese currency was stolen during this incident – around 14,000 to 15,000 yuan, mainly made up of 100 yuan notes. This currency is difficult to fully exchange, and they believe the offenders may try to change it in Chinese supermarkets. If you have information, seen anything suspicious or know someone who has tried to exchange a large amount of yuan notes, please call: 101, quoting reference number 52180 66298 and ask to speak to Investigations.