A THIEF stole a pensioner’s sports bag after forcing open his locker in a leisure centre changing rooms.

The 75-year-old man’s bag was stolen from Five Rivers Leisure Centre between 3.30pm and 4.40pm on February 8.

The holdall was later found and returned to the leisure centre, but the victim's mobile phone, keys, watch and important documents had been stolen.

The suspect is believed to be 25 to 30 years old, about 5 feet 8 inches tall, with black hair and clean shaven.

He was wearing a grey hoodie, blue trousers and white trainers.

Police have release this CCTV image of a man they wish to speak to in connection with the incident.

Anyone with information should contact PC Simon Davies on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.