A CYCLIST being sought in connection with the theft of a driver's keys has come forward to police.

Sussex Police had issued an appeal following an argument between a cyclist and a motorist at traffic lights at the junction of Boundary Road and New Church Road in Portslade.

The cyclist reportedly reached through the window of the stationary vehicle and took the keys from the ignition, including the victim's house key.

In a statement, Sussex Police said: "A cyclist police wanted to speak to in relation to an incident of theft in Portslade has been identified.

"Officers issued an appeal following an argument between a cyclist and a motorist at traffic lights at the junction of Boundary Road and New Church Road, around 3.40pm on July 14.

"During the disagreement, the motorist's keys were taken from the vehicle's ignition.

"The cyclist has made himself known to police and enquiries are ongoing."

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