Man caught on film changing number plates of stolen car in Leeds

A man was caught on film changing the number plates of a stolen car in Leeds.

The suspect was filmed as he changed the plates in Oakwood on Sunday, February 2.

Police have released these images of a man they want to identify after a car was stolen in Leeds.placeholder image
Police have released these images of a man they want to identify after a car was stolen in Leeds. | jpimedia

The car had been stolen in an earlier burglary.

It was later recovered by the police.

Police have now released stills from the footage and are appealing to the public for help in identifying the man.

Anyone who recognises him is asked to contact PC 431 Andrews at Leeds District Crime Team via 101 quoting crime reference 13200058627 or online via www.westyorkshire.police.uk/101livechat

Information can also be given anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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