CCTV appeal after thief goes on spending spree with stolen wallet

Police would like to trace this man after a thief stole a wallet from a car and went on a spending spree.

The wallet and a kit bag containing £200 worth of tools were taken from an Audi A3 parked in Carlton Road, Worksop, overnight on 9-10 July.

Inside the wallet were two bank cards which were used to make eight fraudulent transactions totalling £123.10 at Sainsbury's Local and Martin’s convenience store, in Prospect Precinct, Worksop.

As part of the investigation, police have released a CCTV image of a man they are keen to speak to, as it is believed he may be able to assist officers with their inquiries.

PC Finn Clarke, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “As a force we take all reports of theft extremely seriously as we understand how upsetting these offences can be.

“We believe the man in the image we’re releasing today may have some important information that could assist us with our investigation, so I’d ask anyone who recognises him to call us on 101, quoting crime number 23*434454.

“Information can also be left anonymously by phoning Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”

PC Clarke added the case highlighted the importance of vehicle security as the Audi A3 was unlocked at the time of the theft.

He said: “Thieves are opportunists and given the chance they will try and steal your property. That’s why it is important motorists make it as difficult as possible for criminals to target their vehicles.

“Due to most modern cars having alarms, force is rarely used to enter vehicles and if the car is locked, offenders will just move on to the next one until they find one which is insecure.

“It is important people take steps to ensure their vehicles are as secure as possible, that they are locked and they don’t leave any valuables on display.”

More crime prevention advice can be found here: Crime prevention advice | Nottinghamshire Police.