Information sought after bike was stolen and recovered in a village near Whitby

We’re appealing for information about a theft of a bicycle in Aislaby near Whitby.

It happened overnight between Saturday night and Sunday morning (31 August and 1 September).

Thieves took the black, pink and silver Carrera bike from a property on Egton Road.

It was located in Aislaby a number of hours later.

The victim also reported that her vehicle had been entered but it is not believed any items had been taken.

We’re appealing for information about any witnesses who may have seen the bike or anyone suspicious in the area.

We are aware of other reports of a man acting suspiciously in the area on Sunday morning, who we have spoken to, and we would welcome any further information that could help our investigation.

Please email [email protected] if you have any information that could help our investigation.

Alternatively, you can call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2 and ask for PC Thompson (1417), or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their website.

Please quote reference 12240159076 when passing on information.