Police have issued a warning after a man was spotted trying car door handles in Redditch. 

West Mercia Police said several residents had been in touch about the suspicious male seen around Highfield Road in Headless Cross. 

The man has been seen trying car door handles and attempting to get into vehicles. 

Officers are now appealing for those with information to come forward and encouraging residents to report any further incidents to them. 

A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: "Several residents have reported a male acting suspiciously around Highfield Road, Headless Cross. This male has been seen trying car doors and attempting to get into vehicles.

"Can we please encourage you to report any further incidents on 101 for non-emergency and 999 for an emergency?"

Alternatively, information can be passed on anonymously to Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or by visiting the website at www.crimestoppers-uk.org c