A woman was bound and gagged in her own home this week, while two men stole jewellery from her flat.

Police are investigating the aggravated burglary which took place on Tuesday, January 29, between 7.45pm and 8pm at White Hart House in Hampton.

The two males forced their way into the 40-year-old’s flat where they tied her up and assaulted her.

A thorough search of the flat was conducted and jewellery was stolen before the suspects fled the scene.

A further burglary took place at the same flat on Sunday, February 3, at approximately 6.15pm where further items were stolen from the address.

Anyone with information call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or contact DC Hinchcliffe at Richmond CID on 020 8247 7247.