OFFICERS investigating a report of criminal damage in Hexham released an image of a man they would like to trace.

At around 12pm on Wednesday, October 9 it was reported a man approached a parked vehicle in the Battle Hill area of Hexham.

He caused damage to one side of the vehicle, before leaving the area on foot.

Today (Thursday, November 14), officers issued an image of a man they would like to trace in connection with the report. 

It is understood he was in the area at the time and could assist with the investigation.   

It’s also believed a second man was in the area at the time, he’s described as in his 60s with short grey hair, wearing a grey jacket and beige pants. 

The men, or anyone who knows them, should send a direct message to Northumbria Police on social media, use the live chat function on the force’s website or complete a crime update form.

For those unable to contact the force in these ways, call 101 quoting crime number: 119607T/24.