Information wanted in quad bike theft and subsequent collision near Banbury area village

The investigation started after Thames Valley Police were called to reports of a quad bike theft from a farm in Swalcliffe, Banbury.

The collision occurred between 1.20 on Thursday April 30.

Two offenders made off on the stolen quad bike in convoy with a dark blue 4x4 vehicle.

Following the theft, there was a collision involving a 4x4 and another vehicle at a crossroads between Wiggington and Swalcliffe.

No-one was injured during the incident.

The quad bike has been recovered.

No arrests have been made.

Anyone with information about the theft and collision should call police on 101 quoting crime reference number 43200128016.

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