POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a van was stolen in Tadley.

The white Ford Transit Tipper van was stolen from the rear of garages at Brookside Walk, Tadley, between 9pm last night and 7am this morning.

The company vehicle, which has a 61 registration, was locked and alarmed and the owner, a 30-year-old man, had the keys when he discovered the theft.

PC Mark Pullman is appealing for information about the theft.

He said: “We need to hear from anyone who saw suspicious activity or people in the area overnight. There also may have been some noise associated with the theft.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact PC Pullman at Basingstoke CID on 101.