Thieves have smashed their way into the front of a fish and chip shop and stolen a charity box which was collecting cash for victims of the tsunami disaster.

Distraught - Mark Badhasha, of Bayley's Fish Bar has vowed to start a new appeal for tsunami victims after thieves stole a collection box. Picture: TERRY WEEDEN (40329-2)

The burglary at Bayley's Fish Bar, in Burrs Road, Great Clacton, was discovered by Mark Badhasha and other members of his family.

Mr Badhasha said: "We were all absolutely distraught. We had had such a nice week and it was just like taking ten steps back again."

Mr Badhasha said there was about £100 in the charity box when it was taken. He said they would be starting up a fresh collection this week.

Mr Badhasha, who has run the shop since April last year, added they needed a new front door which could cost between £500 and £1,000.

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Published Tuesday, January 11, 2005

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