Long Eaton police appeal for help to trace bike and bike thief

A still from CCTV footage as the theft took place and a clearer image of the bike that was stolen - credit: Derbyshire Police

Police officers in Long Eaton are appealing for help to identify a thief and track down the bike stolen from outside a local leisure centre.

The man, pictured in a still from CCTV footage, stole the bike while it was chained up outside the West Park Leisure Centre in Long Eaton at 12:15pm on Monday 26th August. 

The man pictured rode up to the building on the bike in the background of the picture – with white writing on its down tube – before cutting the lock and riding off on the bike pictured – a distinctive black Carrera mountain bike with yellow decals. 

Anyone who recognises the man – or who has any information about the whereabouts of the bike now – is asked to contact the force using any of the below methods, including reference 24*509246:

You can also anonymously contact the independent charity CrimeStoppers, on 0800 555 111, or by visiting the CrimeStoppers website.

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