volcanic island of Montserrat -- will be shipped to the countries this week.

The containers were filled earlier this week and organisers of the appeal have announced that they will also try to send a second container to Jamaica.

Spokesperson Lucy Willits said: "We have had such a tonnage of clothing and the most incredible response from Butterfield & Vallis who donated many food items. Without them we couldn't have done it.

"Because of the generous support the appeal received, organisers -- the Red Cross and the Peace Plan Group -- have decided to try to fill another container for Jamaica.'' She added that although no more clothing could be taken, food and canned goods were more than welcome.

Such items should be delivered to the warehouse on Kindley Field Road in St.

George's between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. tomorrow. Anyone interested in contributing toward the $2,400 shipping cost to Jamaica should call Mrs.

Willits on 292-6185.

WALLET STOLEN WHILE WARWICK COUPLE SLEPT CRM Wallet stolen while Warwick couple slept A Warwick couple yesterday fell victim to a thief who stole a wallet from their bedroom as they slept.

The couple, of Edgehill Drive, told Police that they were awoken around 3 a.m.

to find a man standing by the dresser with the wallet in his hand.

The culprit then escaped through a nearby window and ran toward the Railway Trail. The male occupant gave chase on foot, but soon lost sight of the thief.

The wallet contained "a substantial amount of money'', Police said.

The suspect was described as dark-skinned, around six-feet tall, of slim build, and wearing a black-hooded sweater and white sneakers.

BE VIGILANT, POLICE WARN CRM Be vigilant, Police warn With the Christmas season upon us, Police yesterday issued a reminder to the public not to leave valuables unattended.

A Police spokesperson said: "Christmas is a time when habitual thieves are joined in number by seasonal thieves and other opportunists to prey on the unsuspecting.

"Open office environments, cash register stations, and unattended staff rooms are some areas where Christmas thefts are particularly common.'' The spokesperson added that handbags, wallets, and Christmas gifts should not be left exposed in cars or cycle baskets.