CCTV appeal after woman ‘steals £350 worth of cosmetic products’ from Wilko in Accrington

By Sean Gleaves
Published 12th Apr 2023, 13:01 BST
Updated 12th Apr 2023, 13:08 BST
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A woman allegedly stole £350 worth of cosmetic products from a shop in Accrington, prompting a CCTV appeal.

The suspect approached the cosmetics aisle after entering the Wilko store in Market Square, Accrington, at around 4.45pm on Monday (March 13).

She then reportedly picked up £55 worth of cosmetic products before cutting off the security tags and placing them into a bag.

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Police said the woman then walked out of the store without paying for any of the items.

Police want to speak to this woman after £350 worth of cosmetic products were stolen from a shop in Accrington (Credit: Lancashire Police)Police want to speak to this woman after £350 worth of cosmetic products were stolen from a shop in Accrington (Credit: Lancashire Police)
Police want to speak to this woman after £350 worth of cosmetic products were stolen from a shop in Accrington (Credit: Lancashire Police)
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The suspect allegedly went back to the store another three times during that week, and stole cosmetic items to the value of £350.

Detectives on Wednesday (April 12) released CCTV images of a woman they wanted to speak to in connection with the thefts.

Anyone with information can call police on 01254 353717, 01254 353734 or 101, quoting log number 04/59164/23.

Independent charity Crimestoppers can also be contacted anonymously on 0800 555111.