POLICE are investigating the attempted theft of a recovery truck vehicle outside a commercial garage in Brough, near Kirkby Stephen.

The incident happened over night between 7.30pm on December 18 and 8.30am on December 19.

After the offenders were unsuccessful in their attempt to start the vehicle they fled the scene.

Police are warning others who have similar vehicles to be vigilant and anyone with information about the incident are asked to contact Cumbria police on 101.