Enquiries are ongoing after a real-life Grinch stole a community Christmas tree from North Walsham town square.

Police found the Christmas tree dumped outside an address in the town on December 24, hours after it had been stolen from the town centre. 

CCTV was passed on to the authorities immediately after people realised the tree was missing early on Christmas Eve.

North Norfolk News: A police officer with the Christmas tree after it was discovered on December 24. Picture - SubmittedA police officer with the Christmas tree after it was discovered on December 24. Picture - Submitted (Image: Submitted)A suspect has been identified and spoken to by officers. Norfolk Constabulary has confirmed an investigation is ongoing.

On Christmas Eve, North Walsham mayor Bob Wright said the incident was "disappointing".

North Norfolk News: North Walsham's community Christmas tree. Picture - Dawn MountainNorth Walsham's community Christmas tree. Picture - Dawn Mountain (Image: Dawn Mountain)