High-value jewellery targeted in burglaries
BBCFive homes were struck by burglars in the space of two days by thieves targeting high value jewellery.
Four properties in Maidenhead and Cookham were raided on the evening Friday 6 November, while another house in Maidenhead was burgled the following day.
In each of the incidents, thieves forced entry into the properties via a front or back door while the victims were not home.
Thames Valley Police, which is not treating the crimes as linked, said burglaries often increase at this time of year as people leave their homes to mark celebrations like Diwali, Bandi Chhor Divas and Bonfire Night.
Homes in Cadwell Drive, White Paddock and Highfield Lane, in Maidenhead, and School Lane, in Cookham, were targeted between 18:50 and 20:25 GMT on Friday.
On Saturday, a property in Merton Close, Maidenhead, was burgled between 17:45 and 18:20.
High value jewellery was taken in each of the raids, police said.
No arrests have been made at this stage.
Investigating officer Det Const Lauren Rose, said people could expect to see an increased police presence in Slough, Cookham and Maidenhead during the force's investigation.
"We are currently carrying out a number of inquiries, including checking CCTV in the area," she said.
"As part of our ongoing investigation, we would like to hear from any witnesses, or anyone driving through the area who may have captured dash cam footage or has CCTV footage of these incidents."