An appeal has been made after a van was stolen from a driveway in Penarth earlier today.

The owner has asked residents to share the images on social media after the van was stolen from his home.

The van which is pictured above was stolen from the driveway of a house in Wordsworth Avenue nr junction with Milton Rd Penarth.

It is described as a silver/grey Vauxhall Vivaro with the registration number of WN09UVS. It is also said to contain building tools.

The incident occurred between 10:30 and 11:00 am today.

The suspect took off with the van leaving the doors open as they sped off.

Anyone with any information, footage or sitings is asked to contact the police on 101.