Police believe thieves stole gas bottles from a shop while staff were distracted.

Officers investigating the alleged theft in Sutton Valence, which took place on February 9, have today released a CCTV picture of two men they wish to speak with.

Two men are alleged to have walked into the shop in Staplehurst Road at around 11.20am before taking the bottles while staff were engaged elsewhere.

PC Scott Goddard said: ‘We have been investigating this incident and are now able to issue a CCTV image of two men we wish to speak to.

"Anybody who recognises one or both of the men is urged to call our appeal line."

Anyone with information is asked to call Kent Police on 01622 604100 quoting crime reference 46/4345/21

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