POLICE have released CCTV images of a man they wish to identify following the theft of a bike at an airport.

The owner of a black Raleigh pedal cycle reported it stolen from Gatwick Airport on February 22.

It is believed the offender used bolt cutters to cut through a lock at about 7.30am, before stealing the bike and riding away towards Horley, via an underpass.

After CCTV images were shared to police by Gatwick Airport security, officers have identified a person who they wish to speak to.

He was seen in Ashdown House at the airport and had ridden a purple bicycle from the direction of the B staff car park.

The Argus: Police have released CCTV images of a man they wish to identify following the theft of a bike at Gatwick AirportPolice have released CCTV images of a man they wish to identify following the theft of a bike at Gatwick Airport

The man is white with a short dark beard, possibly in his 20s or early 30s.

He wore a dark woollen Bench winter hat with red and white lettering, a red scarf, a chequered light and dark shirt and a dark-coloured body warmer.

Anyone who recognises him or has information about the theft is asked to report it to Sussex Police online or via 101 and quote serial 515 of 21/02.