A CCTV image has been released in the hunt for a thief who stole a charity collection box and a jar full of staff's tips from a Maidstone coffee shop.

Police were called after the cash was stolen from the counter at the store in King Street between 5.10pm and 5.30pm on February 2.

Anyone with information in relation to the theft or the identification of the person in the CCTV image is asked to call 01622 604100, quoting reference 46/26798/19.

Alternatively, contact the independent charity 'Crimestoppers in Kent', anonymously, on 0800 555111.