Police have appealed for information after thieves stole medical equipment and medication from an ambulance, while paramedics were treating a patient.

The incident took place at about 2.25am on Saturday, while paramedics were on scene in Deanes Close, Dovercourt.

A spokesperson for Essex Police said: “Whilst the crew were attending a patient somebody entered the vehicle and stole a red response bag which contained medical equipment and medication.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact PC Bunce at Harwich police on 0300 333 4444.