A suspected shoplifter linked to the theft of high value clothing from a store in Tunbridge Wells has been tracked to an address in London and arrested.

On January 25, two men ran from the Fenwick department store in the town centre, having grabbed a number of coats from the menswear section. They were pursued by security staff but managed to escape.

Police attended and quickly identified a suspicious vehicle, which led to the investigation of an address in Liston Road, Tottenham.

When officers entered the property, a man fled on foot.

He was found nearby when members of the public assisted his arrest.

Sgt Ash Boxall said: "The suspect was verbally and physically aggressive and I would like to thank the drivers who got out of their vehicles to assist one of our officers in making the arrest, until our colleagues also arrived at the scene.

"Unfortunately, those who helped got back into their cars before providing us any details."

He said: "The arrest was made in the Lansdowne Road area and we would like to thank them in person and also check if they have any important information, which could assist our investigation.

"If you were there, please contact us by calling 01622 604100, quoting reference 46/16190/22."

The suspect, aged 30, is currently bailed pending further inquiries.