Police have released CCTV of a suspected shoplifter who struck at two Co-op stores.

He is believed to have stolen meat from the store in London Road, leigh, on January 17 and February 8.

He is also believed to have stolen from the store in Golden Cross Parade, Rochford, on January 17 and February 10.

Police believe the same man might be responsible.

Anyone who can identify the man pictured is asked to contact PC Joanne Andrews or PCSO Louise Tate on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111