Police in Merseyside are urgently seeking information from the public to identify and speak with three men who may have crucial information regarding the theft of nearly £10,000 in two separate incidents. These incidents took place in Southport and Formby, leaving two women feeling shocked, distressed, and out of pocket.
The first theft occurred on September 23 at around 12:30 pm on Lord Street in Southport. A woman was followed to her car by three men after withdrawing £8,000 from local banks. Upon reaching her car, one of the men distracted her by knocking on her driver’s side window while another man snatched her coat containing the money from the passenger seat.
The second incident took place on October 11 at around 1 pm on Chapel Lane in Formby. Another woman withdrew £1,850 from a local bank and placed the cash in her handbag. As she returned to her car and placed her handbag on the passenger seat, an unknown male approached her window and distracted her, leading to the theft of her cash.
Extensive Investigation and Appeal for Information
Since the two incidents, Merseyside Police have conducted thorough CCTV and witness enquiries in Southport and Formby. Detective Constable Louise Wright expressed concern for the victims, emphasizing the distress and fear they experienced due to being targeted in these thefts. The police are dedicated to conducting a comprehensive investigation to find those responsible and ensure the safety of residents and shoppers in the area. Urgent Appeal for Public Assistance
The police have released CCTV images of the three men believed to have information crucial to the investigation. Detective Constable Wright urged anyone who recognizes the men or has any information about suspicious behavior in the Southport or Formby areas to come forward promptly. Additionally, individuals with CCTV footage from the dates of the incidents are encouraged to contact the police to aid in the investigation. Call to Action
If you have any information that could assist in identifying the individuals involved in these thefts, do not hesitate to reach out to Merseyside Police. Your cooperation could be instrumental in bringing those responsible to justice and preventing similar incidents in the future.
The police have released CCTV images of the three men believed to have information crucial to the investigation. Detective Constable Wright urged anyone who recognizes the men or has any information about suspicious behavior in the Southport or Formby areas to come forward promptly. Additionally, individuals with CCTV footage from the dates of the incidents are encouraged to contact the police to aid in the investigation.
Call to Action
If you have any information that could assist in identifying the individuals involved in these thefts, do not hesitate to reach out to Merseyside Police. Your cooperation could be instrumental in bringing those responsible to justice and preventing similar incidents in the future.
Let’s all work together to ensure the safety and security of our communities. By coming forward with any relevant information, we can help the police solve these crimes and protect our neighborhoods from further harm.
