A bike worth around £300 has been stolen and reportedly seen being ridden around an Oxfordshire village.

Richard Gennard of Shrivenham says his black Carrera Vengeance bike with grey lettering was taken from The Barrington Arms Hotel in the town on Friday, March 8 in the evening.

The bike has been spotted since with someone else riding it in and around Shrivenham.

Oxford Mail: The stolen bike The stolen bike (Image: Richard Gennard)

“If anyone knows the whereabouts or if it could be returned to its original place please do get in touch,” said Mr Gennard. 

“Thank you for any assistance.”

Mr Gennard said he wanted to raise awareness to others so people "do not fall prey to mindless thieves". 

Thames Valley Police is looking into the matter and the Oxford Mail has approached them for comment on it.