CCTV images of two suspects have been released after hundreds of pounds worth of cigarettes and booze were stolen from stores.
Alcohol worth a three-figure sum was stolen from Marks & Spencer Simply Food, in Charter Way, Braintree, at around 3.30pm on March 3.
In a separate incident, more than £100 worth of cigarettes were taken from the Co-op, in Colchester Road, Halstead, just after 8pm on March 5.
Police are appealing for anyone who can identify either of the men to contact Sgt James Vandecar at Braintree police on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.
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