Police are keen to trace a thief who did not chicken out of stealing £250 from a fast-food store in Laindon.

The slim, white boy, described as being aged 14 to 16, entered the back of the British Fried Chicken takeaway, in Station Gate, and stole a clear plastic container holding around £250.

The suspect, who wore a white cap, blue and white striped T-shirt, tracksuit bottoms and trainers, ran off.

Anyone with information should call Laindon police on 01268 532212.

Published Tuesday, May 27, 2003

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