THAMES Valley Police has released a CCTV image of a man officers would like to speak to as they may have vital information regarding an incident of theft and fraud in Reading.
Police say the incident occurred around 11am on Thursday, September 29, outside Tesco Extra, Portman Road, Reading.
The victim, a woman in her eighties, was loading her shopping into her car when the offender has stolen her purse and proceeded to spend around £1,500 using her bank card.
Sergeant Elizabeth Palmer, investigating officer based at Reading Police Station, said: “We would like to appeal to anybody who recognises the man in this image to please get in touch, as he may have vital information about this incident.
“You can get in touch by either making a report online or by calling 101 quoting reference number 43220437533.
“Alternatively, for 100% anonymity, you can also call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”
