A cyclist who travelled more than 200 miles raising money for charity has had his bike stolen.

Prejay Dhamelia-York, from Coulsdon, raised more than £1,500 for Diabetes UK when he cycled from London to Paris last year.

The 23-year-old “adored” getting around on his bike and was distraught when it went missing from his back garden two weeks ago.

He said: “The gate was locked – I can’t believe someone had the audacity to jump over the fence.

“To who ever stole my bike: I just want you to think about how other people feel and hope you have the decency to give it back.”

The stolen bike is a silver, professional cross-trial model with front suspension, designed for off-road cycling and racing.

Mr Dhamelia-York hoped to enter the same charity cycle this year, but without a bicycle his plans have been scuppered.

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