Aylesbury supermarket staff threatened with broken glass
Police have released CCTV from Morrisons of a man they want to talk to
After trying to stop a man from shoplifting, supermarket staff in Aylesbury were threatened with being stabbed.
Now police have released pictures of a man they want to talk to about the incident at Morrisons.
It happened at around 9.32pm on Friday 18 June.
A man in his 30s entered the supermarket on Friarage Road and was stopped by staff after he was seen stealing a large quantity of groceries.
The suspect threatened to stab three of the members of staff.
He smashed a bottle and attempted to use this as a weapon against them. The suspect then left the store taking bottles of whisky with him. Fortunately, no one was hurt.
Investigating officer PC Thomas Davies of the Incident & Crime Response Team, based at Aylesbury police station, said:
“We are releasing these CCTV images as we believe that the man pictured could have vital information about this incident.
“Although no one was hurt, Thames Valley Police takes all threats to public order and community safety seriously. Members of the public and working people should feel safe carrying out their day-to-day activities at all times.
“If you recognise the man in these images, or believe that this could be you, please call the police on 101, quoting reference number 43210268714 or make a report online.
“Similarly, if you have any information about the incident or witnessed what happened, please get in touch.
“If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their website.”