Police are appealing for information after an outboard engine was stolen on the River Hamble. 

Hampshire Constabulary's marine support unit has shared a photo of a Mariner 2.5 horsepower outboard engine. 

The item was stolen in the early hours of August 30, 2024, from the River Hamble area in Bursledon. 

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Now officers want to speak to anyone with information on the incident. 

A spokesperson said: "Anyone with any information about this engine please call 101 and quote reference 44240371980".