Police release CCTV image after new tenant in Mansfield house falls victim to brazen theft

By John Smith
Published 5th May 2024, 20:40 BST
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A tenant was moving into his new home when a passing dog walker picked up bags of his belongings and walked off with them.

Police investigating the theft, which happened in Rosemary Street, Mansfield, have released an image of a man they want to speak to in connection with the incident.

The three stolen bags contained the victim’s clothing, shoes, reading glasses, birth certificate, bank statement, and children’s toys.

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Inquiries are ongoing into the theft which happened shortly after 1.15pm on Friday, April 12.

Police want to speak to this man after bags were stolen in Mansfield. Photo: Nottinghamshire PolicePolice want to speak to this man after bags were stolen in Mansfield. Photo: Nottinghamshire Police
Police want to speak to this man after bags were stolen in Mansfield. Photo: Nottinghamshire Police
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Sergeant Amy Wilson, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “This was a brazen theft which happened in broad daylight as the victim was in the process of moving into new accommodation.

“If you recognise the man pictured in this image, please let us know because we believe he could have information which could help our investigation.

“Similarly, if you witnessed the incident or have any other information which could aid us with our inquiries, please let us know.”

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Anyone who recognises the man pictured or who has any information regarding the theft is asked to call Nottinghamshire Police on 101, quoting incident number 289 of 15 April 2024, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.