Police are appealing for information about a number of bicycle thefts at addresses in Carlisle .

The thefts happened various times on Merith Avenue, Carlisle, police said.

A spokesperson from Cumbria Constabulary said: "The first happened on November 16, when a locked-up bike was taken from a front garden.

"This property was targeted again overnight on November 20 to 21 – between 9pm and 7.30am - when two bikes were stolen after locks were cut.

"At a different address, a shed was entered and two bikes were stolen.

"If anyone has seen or is aware of anything suspicious or relevant – particularly seeing someone with multiple bicycles - they are asked to get in touch with officers."

Anyone with information can report online at www.cumbria.police.uk/report-it - referring to log 26 of November 21.

You can also phone on 101.

Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.