CCTV Appeal following bike theft in Hunt's Cross

Police investigating the theft of a bike in Hunts Cross last month have issued an image of a male they wish to trace. 

At around 12.30pm on Thursday 2 September, a grey Vitus Mythique pedal cycle was stolen from outside Sayers Bakery on Speke Road. 

The 12-year-old owner of the bike had left it unlocked outside the shop while he went into the bakery.

The bike is believed to have been ridden off by an unknown male. 

Enquiries are ongoing to locate the bike and the person responsible.

Police have issued an image of a male they wish to speak to as they believe he may have information which could assist their  enquiries.

If you recognise the man pictured or have any information please contact us via @MerPolCC on Twitter or Merseyside Police Contact Centre on Facebook, with reference 21000563178.

You can also pass information anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, or contact them via their online form at: https://crimestoppers-uk.org/give-information/give-information. Always call 999 if a crime is in progress.

More information from preventing bike theft can be found online here: https://www.merseyside.police.uk/cp/crime-prevention/keeping-vehicles-safe/how-safe-is-your-bike/