Search underway for shoplifter who hid four bottles of rum in his coat in Gosport
Police have released the image of a man they want to speak to after four bottles of rum were stolen from a supermarket in Gosport.
The incident happened on Sunday, January 18 at around 1pm when a man walked into Waitrose on Stoke Road and hid the bottles in his coat before walking out at around 1.05pm. Police have released the description of a man they want to speak to and are asking for help from the public in identifying him.
The man is described as:
- White
- In his 30s
- 5ft8inchs tall
- Larger build
- Wearing a dark green beanie hat, dark blue top, black jacket, black joggers, and black shoes with white soles
A Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary spokesperson said: “If you were in the area at the time and recognise this man, or saw anything suspicious, please call 101 and quote 44260028484.
“Additionally, we’d like to hear from you if you have CCTV, dashcam, mobile phone, or doorbell camera footage that may assist our enquiries. Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111, or report via their website.”
The police advise that information can also be submitted via its website: https://www.hampshire.police.uk/tua/tell-us-about/cor/tell-us-about-existing-case-report/