A THIEF stole a Mercedes after reaching through the cat flap of a house in West Timperley and snatching the car keys.

The incident took place on Riverbook Road sometime between late last night, Tuesday September 13, and this morning, Wednesday September 14.

Using an ‘unknown implement’, the thief reached through the cat flap, stole the keys of a dark blue Mercedes C200 D class and fled in the car.

The car, registration WM65 UJP, is still missing.

Anyone who sees the car or knows anything about the incident should contact the police on 101.