A popular hardware store in Eastleigh has been plagued with theft after more than £2,000 worth of batteries were stolen in November, police have said.

Police say the shoplifting incident happened between 7pm and 7.10pm at B&Q on Shakespeare Road on November 12.

CCTV images have now been released as officers look to speak to a man in connection with the theft.

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The man is white, in his mid to late 30s, about 5ft 8in tall and is slim.

He has blonde and brown highlighted hair, facial hair and was wearing a black jacket with black tracksuit bottoms and trainers.

Hampshire police said: “We believe the man in this image can help us with our investigation and would urge him, or anyone who knows his identity, to get in touch with us.

“Also, if you witnessed the 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.”