A large mobility scooter with distinguishing features has been stolen from outside an address in East Street, Poole.

The theft occurred between 4pm and 9pm on Monday 29 November.

The scooter is described as a large four-wheeled red Sterling Shoprider with a wicker basket and a Glasgow Council coat of arms sticker on the front, as well as a Glasgow sticker.

Police Community Support Investigator Paul Bosley, of Poole police, said: “I am appealing to anyone who saw any suspicious activity in the area around the relevant time to please come forward.

“I would also like to speak to anyone who has seen a scooter matching the description given locally, either for sale or in unusual circumstances.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk/do-it-online, via email 101@dorset.pnn.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55210192373. Alternatively, to stay 100 per cent anonymous, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or call Freephone 0800 555 111.