Thieves steal Rooney’s jersey

Published July 24, 2006

LIVERPOOL, July 23: Police were searching on Sunday for thieves who broke into the house of the parents of England star Wayne Rooney and stole soccer items including a 2006 World Cup shirt.

Jewellery was also taken, as were England caps and the 2004 BBC Young Sports Personality of the Year trophy.

''There are a number of distinctive items of footballing memorabilia that have been stolen from the house,'' police said in a statement.

Police asked ''members of the public to be on the lookout in case they are offered such items for sale, either on the street or in pubs or see the items for sale on the internet.''—AP

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