Businesses in Tunbridge Wells are being warned to look out for opportunistic thieves after cash and a mobile phone were stolen from two companies.

Officers have issued CCTV images of a man they would like to speak to in connection with the thefts, which took place yesterday afternoon.

Police say the first happened at around 3.45pm when a man entered Sankey’s in Mount Ephraim.

The suspect asked staff when the pub would reopen, before requesting a piece of paper to write the details down. When he left it was discovered a phone had been stolen.

Around 30 minutes later, the suspect is believed to have entered another shop in London Road, Southborough. He distracted a worker by asking for an address.

Cash was later found to have been taken.

Inquiries have revealed the suspect had also been seen visiting other premises in the area.

If you recognise the man pictured or have any other information which may assist the investigation call 01622 604100, quoting reference 46/10681/20. You can also contact Kent Crimestoppers, anonymously on 0800 555111, or by using the online form at www.crimestoppers-uk.org

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