Police have released images of a black Audi and a man they want to identify following a series of thefts in the Northallerton and Richmond areas of North Yorkshire. 

Officers want to trace the man following several recent thefts from vehicles and attempts to enter vehicles in Brompton-on-Swale, East Cowton and Melsonby near Richmond.

The incidents were reported between Saturday, June 29 and Sunday, July 14.

The man is described as having his face covered and wearing dark clothing.(Image: North Yorkshire Police)

The vehicle is described as a black Audi A4 estate, possibly a 2012 plate with distinctive alloy wheels.


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Anyone who can help identify the car or the man is urged to email IET@northyorkshire.police.uk quoting reference 12240118013.

Or call 101, select option two and ask for the Initial Enquiry Team.

If you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

(Image: North Yorkshire Police)

(Image: North Yorkshire Police)