Detectives are hunting a thief who sneaked into the back of a shop and grabbed bags of money.

The intruder escaped with about £200 from the One Stop convenience store in Hunwicke Road in Greenstead, Colchester, at about 1.50pm on Saturday.

Police today issued a description of the man and appealed for anyone with information to come forward.

He was white, 20 to 30 years old, had a local accent, a large build and tied-back auburn hair.

Colin Stiff, of Colchester police, said the man was seen in the shop then ran off towards Hawthorn Avenue, possibly escaping in a Ford Escort car.

Information to Colchester police on 01206 762212 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111

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Published Tuesday, January 25, 2005

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