A bouncy castle similar to the one stolen and then recovered by police.

Warwick police have recovered a stolen bouncy castle almost five months after it went missing.

The 15m-long inflatable “bungee run”, belonging to a youth group, was stolen from the Warwick Leisure Centre in September.

Sen. Sgt Matt Ray said officers received a tip-off the equipment had been advertised for sale on Gum Tree.

Further inquiries led police to an address in Two Rocks where the bungee run was seized on December 30. Sen.

Sgt Ray said the owner of the home was understood to have purchased it off Gum Tree.

“We believe the person who bought it is probably legitimate, buying it thinking she’s got a good deal,” Sen. Sgt Ray said.

“It appears the offenders have put the ad up and this woman has bought it in good faith.”

Sen. Sgt Ray said police would attempt to track down the thieves by examining IP addresses through Gum Tree.

No charges have been laid as yet.

Anyone with information is urged to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.