CCTV images have been released of two men wanted in connection with the theft of champagne from a store in Essex.

East Anglian Daily Times: CCTV footage of one of the men police want to speak to in connection with the theft of champagne from a Chelmsford shopCCTV footage of one of the men police want to speak to in connection with the theft of champagne from a Chelmsford shop (Image: Archant)

The theft is alleged to have happened at the Co-op store in Havengore, Chelmsford, just before 9pm on Wednesday, February 11. One man is reported to have distracted a staff member while another took the bottle and left without attempting to pay.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Pc Robert Eveling at Chelmsford police station on 101.

Alternatively call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or visit www.crimestoppers-uk.org.