POLICE are appealing for information after a mountain bike was stolen from inside a van in Sunderland.

The theft happened in West Mount, in High Barnes, between 2pm on Sunday, April 17 and 6.30am on Monday, April 18.

The van was locked when thieves broken in and stole a bike that was inside.

The bike is a bright yellow and black Lapierre Zesty 427AM double suspension mountain bike, serial number LP5311518.

Officers are carrying out inquiries and appealing for anyone with information about where the bike is to get in contact. If anyone has been offered a similar bike for sale then police would like to hear from them.

Anyone with information should contact Northumbria Police on 101 quoting reference 113 180416 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.