POLICE have launched an appeal following the theft of an e-bike in Skipton.

The stolen e-bike was taken last Thursday afternoon at the Albion Yard in Skipton.

A spokesperson for the North Yorkshire Police said: "We’re appealing for information about a theft of an e-bike that occurred in Skipton.

"It happened at 3.35pm on Thursday, October 10, at the Albion Yard, Skipton, and involved a Scott product, active line e-bike type cruise being stolen.

"The bike was bronze in colour, with mud guards on the front and rear and a saddle bag attached.

"We’re particularly appealing for information about the teenagers who were seen taking off with the bike. We are also asking for any information on the whereabouts of the bike.

"Please email Gurpreet.Sahota@northyorkshire.police.uk if you have any information that could help our investigation.

"Alternatively, you can call North Yorkshire Police on 101, and ask for Gurpreet Sahota, or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their website.

"Please quote reference number 12240185039 when passing on information."