A SUNDIAL was stolen from Highams Court, an elderly care unit in Chingford, only days after it was installed.

The garden ornament was donated by the family of Louisa Carl, a patient who died at Highams Court, off Larkshall Road, in August. They are very distressed about the theft.

The sundial was heavy, with a brass plaque attached in commemoration of Mrs Carl.

Anyone with information about its whereabouts is asked to contact the police on 8345 2387.