POLICE have released a CCTV image of a man officers would like to speak to following a theft in Berinsfield.

At around 12.30pm on Tuesday, September 24, the victim, a 65-year-old woman, was paying at the till at the Co-Op on Fanes Drive when her purse was stolen.

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Thames Valley Police investigating officer PC Lorraine O’Connor based at Grove police office said: “I am releasing this image as I believe that the man pictured may have important information that can assist my investigation.

“I am also appealing to anybody who witnessed this incident to make contact with police."

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Anyone who recognises the man pictured should call the 24-hour non-emergency number 101, quoting reference 43190295696 or make a report online.

Crimestoppers can also be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.