A crook fled after he was caught stealing meat from the Co-op Food Hall in Old Heath Road, Colchester.
The man was challenged by security staff outside the store at 5.30pm on Wednesday.
He threw the beef joint, worth £7.04, on the ground, making off in the direction of Rowhedge.
The thief is described as about 35, 5ft 8ins tall and of slim build.
He wore blue jeans and a black top with white stripes on the arm.
Information to Colchester police on 01206 762212.
Published Friday, December 17, 2004
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