CCTV images have been released as part of a police appeal to find a shoplifter after it was reported multiple plants were stolen in Totton.

The incident took place at the Asda store in Maynard Road, between 3.40pm and 3.50pm on Thursday, June 5.

Police would like to speak to a man described as white, aged between 45 and 50-years-old, who is approximately 5ft 10ins tall.

He is described as having brown hair, facial hair, and of slim build.

He was seen wearing a grey hooded top, white sliders, black socks, blue knee-length shorts, and was carrying a black bag.

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In a statement, a spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said: “We believe the man in these images 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.

“You can do this by calling 101, or by reporting online via the Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary website, quoting incident number 44250246461.”