CCTV images released as part of Hedge End shoplifting investigation

Do you recognise these men?

We would like to speak to them in connection with a report of shoplifting and attempted shoplifting at B&Q, Charles Watts Way, Hedge End.

During the first incident, which occurred between 6.50pm and 7.05pm on Wednesday 7 May, it’s reported that an attempt was made to steal a hot tub, barbecue and shower pump, with a combined value of £1,099.

During the second incident, which occurred between 10.25am and 10.40am on Friday 9 May, it’s reported that a Salamander shower pump, valued at £349, was stolen.

The first man we’d like to speak to in connection with the incidents is described as;

• White
• Aged 40 years
• Approximately 6ft tall
• Clean shaven
• Wearing a light grey cap, black Emporio Armani T-shirt, black jogging bottoms and black trainers
• Tattoo on the right arm
• Travelling in a black Ford Transit

The second man we’d like to speak to in connection with this incident is described as;

• White
• Aged 35 years
• Approximately 6ft tall
• Short brown hair
• Short brown beard
• Tattoos on the left leg and arms
• Wearing a black T-shirt, black shorts, black gilet and black trainers with a white trim at the bottom
• Travelling in a black Ford Transit

We believe the men in these images can help us with our investigation and would urge them, or anyone who knows their identity, to get in touch with us.

Also, if you witnessed anything of either incident, saw anything suspicious in the area at the time, or have any CCTV, mobile phone, dash cam or doorbell camera footage which could aid our investigation, please contact us.

You can do this by calling 101, or by reporting online via the Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary website, quoting incident number 44250202312.

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You can also call Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111, or by visiting their website, below;

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