A FAMILY'S only means of transport was stolen by "heartless" thieves and dumped in the river.

The white tandem bike was recovered from the river in Worcester by the Canals and River Trust.

Thieves have damaged the two-seater bike's wheels and brakes.

A spokesperson for Worcester SNT said: "Stolen bike recovered from the river.

"After heartless thieves damaged wheels and brakes.

"Families only means of transport.

Thanks to Canals and Rivers Trust."