THUGS broke into a health and beauty shop in Manningtree and stole a till.

Police were called shortly after midnight on Friday, with reports yobs had broken into Boots in Station Road.

A till containing "minimal cash" was reported to have been stolen.

An Essex Police spokesman said: "Witnesses or anyone with any information are asked to contact us on 101, quoting reference 42/43343/20.

"Information can also be given completely anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or visiting crimestoppers-uk.org."

Boots, in Manningtree, declined to comment.

The Boots Head Office has been contacted for a comment.