Police are seeking information after a van was stolen from the Home of Rest for Old Horses.

The theft of a white Ford Transit van with the registration JMN-976-P was said to have taken place between 5.40am and 6am yesterday (Saturday).

The Home of Rest for Old Working Horses on Richmond Hill on the outskirts of Douglas was started in 1950 as a retirement home for horses - including tramcar horses - ponies and donkeys.

If you have any information regarding this vehicle, contact 631212 quoting reference P25012035.