POLICE have issued an e-fit of a bearded man wanted in relation to the theft of a mini-digger from Bucks Horn Oak.

The mini-digger was stolen in broad daylight from a property in Dockenfield Street just off the A325 at around 12.20pm on Sunday, February 28.

Officers believe a man loaded the digger onto a trailer and drove away with it after speaking to the owner and expressing an interest in buying it.

The suspect is described as white, around 5ft eight to ten inches tall and fully bearded.

Anyone who recognises the man in the e-fit is asked to call Hampshire Police on 101 quoting reference number 44160085467. Alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.