Stannington residents have been warned about a suspicious car with ‘ambulance’ written on its side.

The ‘ambulance’ is white in colour with reflective markings and has a saloon shape, possibly that of a Skoda or Ford but the model is still unknown to the police. It is also unknown whether there were sirens on top of the vehicle.

PCSO Thomas Spenceley who is part of the local neighbourhood police team advised the public in a message to be vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the police.

He said: “The reason why this is suspicious is that a male has pulled up outside an address, got out of the vehicle and walked up to a van, looked through the window, tried the handle and then got back into the ‘Ambulance’.

“The male was wearing a tracksuit and had their hood up.”

He urged the public to remain safe and to contact the police on 101 in a non-emergency and 999 in an emergency if they see anything suspicious.

Alternatively, you can contact the local police team on the Sheffield West Neighbourhood Police page or email SheffieldWestNHP@southyorks.pnn.police.uk.

Crimestoppers can also be reached on 0800 555 111.