POLICE are investigating the theft of two mountain bikes, worth a total of £150, from a shed in Darlington.

Thieves forced entry to the shed in the rear yard of a property in Pensbury Street, between 10.30pm and 11.30pm, on Tuesday (December 17).

The stolen bikes are a black Excelsior men’s mountain bike, with 15 gears and a silver Shockwave men’s mountain bike.

Officers have urged householders to secure items of value that are left in outbuildings, including implements which could aid offenders during a theft.

Householders are also advised to use shed alarms and install security lighting where possible.

For free crime prevention advice, or information about joining the Neighbourhood Watch sceme, call Darlington police on 01325-346832.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call police on 101.