Three 'Tea Leaves' Tree Thieves
Police are hunting three thieves who stole 190 Christmas trees from a shop in Chorlton, Manchester.
Around three offenders were captured on cctv loading dozens of firs onto a van at the Khawja Brothers Mini Market on Manchester Road
The same vehicle was later seen on a nearby street where locals were offered a chance to purchase the stolen trees
Detective Constable Trudy Lindsey of South Manchester division said; " The shop owners were devastated to discover that 190 of their Christmas trees had been stolen.
"This is their livelihood and the offenders selfishly put their business in jeopardy.
" The van has been spotted in Chorlton since, offering people Christmas trees. If you are offered one to buy I would ask that you contact police immediately.
"If you recognise the men in the CCTV, please get in touch with us and help us to catch those responsible.
Anyone with information is asked to call police on 0161 856 4973 or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.