A mountain bike locked up outside a hospital has been stolen sparking a police investigation.

Officers have released a CCTV image following the incident at the Littlebrook Hospital in Dartford last month.

Investigators believe the man in the pictured holds important information relating to their inquiries.

The bicycle was locked to a bike stand outside the hospital in Bow Arrow Lane on June 2 when it was reported stolen.

The stand was cut to remove the bike – a white and grey carbon frame made by Cube.

The man was wearing a blue T-shirt and was wearing a baseball cap and sunglasses.

Police spokesman James Walker said: "Anyone who recognises the man, or who has been offered a bike matching its description for sale in suspicious circumstances, is asked to call Kent Police on 01474 366149 quoting 46/93121/20."

Alternatively, witnesses can call Kent Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or using the anonymous online form at Crimestoppers-uk.org

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