Police are reaching out to the public for their assistance in identifying an individual, as shown in the image below, following an attempted robbery at Telford Bridge Retail Park that transpired on Friday, September 15.

The incident unfolded around 7pm when the victim returned to his catering van and was startled to discover an unfamiliar man seated in the driver’s seat, attempting to start the vehicle. A brief but intense struggle ensued between the victim and the suspect, culminating in the suspect’s unsuccessful attempt to drive away in the van. In the process of the failed escape, the suspect caused a collision, resulting in injuries to the victim.

After the crash, the individual promptly vacated the van and fled the vicinity.

Dedicated investigators are currently working on the case and believe that the person captured in the image may possess valuable information critical to their ongoing inquiries. They are fervently appealing to anyone who was present in the area at the time of the incident and may have witnessed the attempted robbery, or who may recognize the individual depicted in the image, to come forward and provide any pertinent information.

To aid in this vital investigation, we kindly request that you contact reactive CID through email at [email protected], ensuring that you reference the case with the number 00406_I_15092023. Alternatively, you can reach the police by dialing 01952 214624.

For individuals who prioritize anonymity, the independent charity Crimestoppers offers a secure reporting option. You can contact them at 0800 555 111 or submit essential information through their online form: Crimestoppers Online Reporting. It is imperative to emphasize that Crimestoppers guarantees the utmost confidentiality for all information shared. No personal details will be collected, and complete anonymity is assured.