Police CCTV appeal for robbery at Lidl in Rushden

The man entered the shop in Brindley Close, Rushden between 3.50pm and 4.10pm on December 17. There, he threatened a staff member after they challenged him for shoplifting.

Police has now released a CCTV image of the man they wish to identify.

A Northamptonshire Police spokesman said: "Officers believe the man in the image may have information which could assist them and are appealing for him or anyone who may recognise him to get in touch.

“Witnesses or anyone with information are asked to contact Northamptonshire Police on 101 or alternatively call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.”

Those who may know the man in the footage are asked to quote incident number 25000737390 when providing any information.