POLICE have issued an image of a woman they believe is a key witness to an incident of "extensive criminal damage".

The incident occurred in Raglan Terrace, Whitby on March 5.

Police said in a witness appeal: "The offender has caused significant damage to a car, a motorbike and a property.

"Police need to establish contact details for the female featured in the image as they believe she has information critical to the progression of the investigation."

Officers are asking members of the public to get in touch if they recognise the woman.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2 and ask for PC 476 Higgs or email the officer in the case using the following contact information robert.higgs@northyorkshire.pnn.police.uk.

Information can be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Quote reference number 12180039589 when passing on information.