Thieves have stolen a competition motocross bike from a private garage in a village.

Two men wearig hoodies were seen loading the KTM SX worth thousands of pounds into a white Transit-style van in Fordwich High Street.

It happened between 9.13pm and 9.27pm on Friday, January 17 and now police are appealing for information.

The suspects were wearing dark, hooded jumpers, lighter tracksuit bottoms and trainers.

Police have released an image of the stolen bike in the hope it may be found, but say it could have since been modified.

Anyone with information should call 01843 222289, quoting reference 46/10898/20.

Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or using the anonymous online form at Crimestoppers-uk.org.

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