WATCH: Police release CCTV of Storrington bike theft suspect

Wednesday, 6 April 2022 20:42

By V2 Radio News Team

Police have released CCTV footage of a man sought in connection with the theft of a bike in Storrington

A 68-year-old local man momentarily placed his Carrera in the cycle rack outside Chanctonbury Leisure Centre in Spierbridge Road, before it was stolen by an unknown person.

The victim gave chase – along with members of staff and public – and in doing so, he fell to the floor, suffering head injuries.

The incident occurred around 3.50pm on 2 Wednesday February.

Officers have so far been unable to identify the suspect, and are now appealing for anyone who recgonises him to come forward.

You can report it online or call 101, quoting crime reference number 47220020443.

You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or report it online

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