A woman has had her gold diamond ring stolen at knifepoint.

The white gold ring has a large green stone with five small diamonds on either side.

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The theft occurred at approximately 11.10am on June 7 in Ouzel Valley Park, Milton Keynes when the woman aged in her thirties, was approached by a man.

Following a brief discussion, the man took out a flick knife and asked the women to hand over her gold ring.

Thames Valley police are appealing for witnesses and describe the burglar as a black man, approximately 20-years-old being around 5ft 7ins with a very slim build and short curly hair.

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Investigating officer Detective Constable Sebastian Kuzoe, of the Priority Crime Team based at Milton Keynes, said: “This was a frightening ordeal for the victim.

“Although she was not injured, she had her gold ring stolen from her by this man, who threatened her with a flick knife.

“I am appealing to anybody who was in the vicinity of Ouzel Valley Park at around the time of the incident on Monday who believe that they witnessed this incident to please contact police.

“I would be particularly keen to hear from anybody who recognises the description of the offender, or who perhaps has picked up footage from mobile phone cameras of the incident to get in touch.

“You can do so by making a report online or by calling 101, quoting reference number 43210247600.

“You can also call the independent charity Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111.”