POLICE are trying to return a safe found in Chard to its rightful owner.

The safe, pictured, was discovered on the cycle path under Chaffcombe Lane.

It was taken in by the police after being found on Sunday, January 8.

But where it came from remains a mystery.

Officers say they are unaware of its connection to any reported crime.

A spokesperson for Avon and Somerset Police said: "We're keen to ID the rightful owner of a safe found on the cycle path under Chaffcombe Lane Chard on Sunday, January 8.

"We've not been able to link it to any reported crime.

"If it's yours or you have any other information, please call 101 with the reference number 5223005533.

"You'll need proof of ownership to claim it."

It is unknown if police have been able to crack the safe open or if it contains anything.