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Greggs in Dartford has Children in Need charity box cash stolen

A charity box raising cash for Children in Need has been stolen from a town centre Greggs store.

Police are now trying to track down a suspect wanted in connection with the theft from the Dartford branch of the bakery chain.

Police released CCTV of a man wanted after a charity box was stolen from Greggs in Dartford. Picture: Kent Police (24383110)
Police released CCTV of a man wanted after a charity box was stolen from Greggs in Dartford. Picture: Kent Police (24383110)

A young man with a grey hoodie and black jacket is believed to have information about the High Street theft.

Officers are investigating the incident on October 30 and have released CCTV images of the man.

Police spokesman Sally Smith said: "Police have released the image of a man that may have important information.

"It is reported a man entered the shop and stole a charity bucket containing cash."

The incident is reported to have happened at 5.37pm.

Police released CCTV of a man wanted after a charity box was stolen from Greggs in Dartford. Picture: Kent Police (24383112)
Police released CCTV of a man wanted after a charity box was stolen from Greggs in Dartford. Picture: Kent Police (24383112)

It has not been revealed how much cash was inside the box at the time.

Anyone who recognises him is asked to call Kent Police on 01474 366149 quoting reference 46/209214/19

Alternatively call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or complete the online form at www.crimestoppers-uk.org

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