POLICE are trying to identify a man who stole a number of hand-held radios and chargers from the reception of a Darlington hotel.

The man stole the radios from Blackwell Grange Hotel between 5.30pm and 5.50pm on March 8.

He climbed over the reception desk and searched the area before leaving with his haul.

The man is described as 25-years-old, slim and with short dark hair.

He was wearing a dark sweatshirt, light jogging bottoms and white trainers.

Anyone with information is asked to call Crimestoppers on (0800) 555111.