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Police appeal after Swansea star's home is looted

The Swansea player's kitbag, marked with his name, was also taken in the burglary. Credit: PA

Police are appealing for information after the home of Swansea player Garry Monk was burgled.

South Wales Police say the break-in happened on Gower Road in Swansea over the weekend.

Detectives say a large quantity of property was taken included high-value watches and jewellery, laptop computers and computer equipment, mobile phones and a Swansea City kitbag marked with the Number 16 and Garry Monk's name.

Detective Inspector Darren George of Swansea CID said, "The burglary has resulted in a significant amount of property being stolen, much of which is of great sentimental value to Garry and his family."

Anyone with information should call police on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 quoting occurrence number 62130363685.