Police are appealing for witnesses after a vehicle was stolen in newton Aycliffe.
The incident occurred at around 11:30pm on Skipton Close, when a pizza delivery driver parked his motor up with the keys in the ignition in order to take a delivery to an address.
Unknown person(s) have then stolen the vehicle and driven off in an unknown direction.
The vehicle is a Blue Fiat Punto and police are appealing for witnesses to come forward.
Anyone with any information should contact PC 2823 Deschacht on 101.
Alternatively you can contact the Independent Charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
PC 2687 Jamie PITT
Tel: 101 or 999 in an emergency
jamie.pitt@durham.pnn.police.uk