Police are appealing for witnesses following a theft from a car parked outside a bank in Milton Keynes.

The theft happened in the car park outside the Metro Bank in Oakgrove at approximately 2.20pm on Wednesday 18th December.

The victim, who was described by Thames Valley Police as a man in his sixties, returned to his car after visiting the bank, and placed his bag in the passenger seat, which contained a large quantity of money.

An offender opened the victim’s passenger door and stole the bag and money, before departing the scene in a silver estate vehicle in the direction of Ada Walk.

The bag is a camel colour and contained £2,200, along with a passport and some personal documents inside.

Thames Valley Police have described the offender in their appeal as a white man, of a large build. They were seen to be wearing a black face covering.

Investigating officer Detective Constable Grace Boland, said, “We are appealing for witnesses following this robbery.

“We are asking anyone who witnessed this incident to come forward. Additionally we believe there were several cars in the vicinity of the bank who may have dash-cam footage of this incident.

“As such we would ask them to please check their footage and get in touch if they think it could assist our enquiries.

“Anyone with information should call 101 quoting reference 43240611831 or you can contact via our online form.

“Or if you do not wish to speak to the police you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 and they will take your report 100% anonymously.”