Police have released pictures of a man they want to question in relation to two thefts in the Benfleet area.

The first offence took place at 5.25pm on September 11, at the AP newsagent in London Road, Benfleet.

On camera - the mam police would like to speak with

Cash totalling £40 was snatched from the till during the raid.

The second offence happened at 1.45pm on September 20, when a wallet was stolen from a building in Church Road, Benfleet.

Both these crimes are being investigated by PC Karen Mihill.

She said: "The picture quality of the suspect is very good and I would hope that someone immediately recognises this man and contacts me."

Anyone with information can call PC Mihill at Benfleet police station on 01268 756221 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Published Friday October 25, 2002

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