Police have released the image of a man they would like to speak to regarding the theft of a mobile phone.

The theft took place at a phone shop in the Eastgate shopping centre last month.

A spokesman said: "We would like to talk to this man about a theft from Vodaphone, in Eastgate Shopping Centre, Basildon, at around 2pm on Monday, January 15.

"A man walked into the shop and while a member of staff was distracted, removed an iPhone X and left without paying.

"Anyone with information is asked to contact Pc Jackie Cade at Basildon police station on 101 quoting crime reference 42/7787/18 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."