POLICE are investigating after a fraudster stole a caravan from its unsuspecting owners.

A man calling himself Peter agreed to buy the caravan.

He collected it at 1pm on Tuesday, April 27 from an address in Durley Lane, Keynsham, claiming payment had been made by bank transfer.

The victims later discovered payment had not been made.

HAVE YOU SEEN IT: The stolen caravan

HAVE YOU SEEN IT: The stolen caravan

The man is described as white, aged between 30 and 40, with short dark hair.

He was wearing a hat and a mask and spoke with an Irish accent.

Anyone with information that could assist the police inquiry is asked to call 101 quoting crime reference number 5221090397.

An Avon and Somerset Police spokesperson said: "Take care when buying and selling online.

"If you are selling online, be wary of any e-mails stating funds have been sent.

"Login to your account via normal route (not via link in email) to check this."