Officers are issuing CCTV images of a man they would like to identify as they investigate a theft in Christchurch.

Between 4pm and 5pm on Tuesday 3 December 2024, an elderly customer reportedly had their bag stolen from the till area of Poundland in High Street.

The bag contained a number of items including a wallet with a small amount of cash and a bank card.

It is reported that the bank card was later used to withdraw £300 from the BP garage in Somerford Road in Christchurch.

Police Constable Jack Honnywill, of Dorset Police, said: “We are continuing to investigate this theft and we are now in a position to release CCTV images of a man we are looking to identify as part of our enquiries.

“I would urge anyone who recognises him to please contact us.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55240185510. Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.