Police are appealing for information after a motorcycle dealership was broken in to and a number of high-powered bikes were stolen.

Between midnight and 1am this morning, Tuesday, September 15, Cannons Motorcycles in Lakes Road, Braintree, was broken in to and 11 high-powered bikes, 30 tyres, number plate making equipment, a four-figure sum of cash and motorcycle clothing.

Two vehicles, both white vans, were seen on CCTV entering the yard after the chain on the gate was cut.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Pc Leila Sandford at Braintree police station on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.