Police are hunting a thief who stole meat from a Co-op in Tonbridge, before returning two days later to do it again.

A man is said to have filled a basket at the store in York Parade with a number of high value items on Tuesday, January 21 before leaving the shop without making any attempt to pay.

The same person is reported to have returned on Thursday, January 23, when he filled a bag he was carrying with several meat products.

As he left the store the suspect verbally abused a member of staff who had followed and challenged him.

Officers have now released CCTV images of a man who may have important information as part of the investigation.

Anyone who recognises him is asked to call the west Kent appeals line on 01622 604100, quoting reference 46/14283/20.

Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555111, or by using the anonymous online form at Crimestoppers-uk.org

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