The car, a beige Renault Clio, was stolen from Hollyrood Court in Middlesbrough today (January 10) just before 2pm.
Inside the car, which was being used to deliver prescriptions, was tramadol, morphine and insulin among others.
Cleveland Police have now issued a warning to the public regarding the medication as they appeal for information.
A statement reads: “A beige Renault Clio was stolen from Hollyrood Court in Middlesbrough this afternoon, Friday 10th January, at around 1.50pm.
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“The vehicle was being used to deliver medication on behalf of a pharmacy, which was stolen along with the vehicle. Some of the prescription packages contained tramadol, morphine and insulin.
“Police are warning the public that any medication can be dangerous if taken when not prescribed and in the wrong quantities, and to contact us should they be offered medication by anyone.
“Anyone with information can call 101 quoting reference SE25005331.”