Police want to speak to two women after pensioner has cash stolen in Brentwood Greggs

Tom Burnett

16 November 2024 at 0:54 pm·1-min read

Police believe these two women may have information — -Credit: (Image: Essex Police)

Police have released a CCTV image of two women they want to speak to after a pensioner had money stolen in an Essex branch of Greggs. The victim, a man in his 80s, was targeted at the pastry giant's shop on High Street, Brentwood.

Essex Police said a three-figure sum of money was taken during the incident, which took place on October 28. Anyone who recognises the women in the image is being urged to contact the force.

An Essex Police spokesperson said: "Please quote the crime reference number 42/163668/24. You can let us know by submitting a report on our website or by using our online Live Chat service which is available 24 hours-a-day, seven days-a-week.

"Visit www.essex.police.uk/digital101 to find out more about our online reporting services. If you would like to make an anonymous report you can contact independent charity @Crimestoppers, by visiting their website or by calling 0800 555 111."

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