POLICE are searching for this man in connection with a theft and assault at a pharmacy.

It comes following an incident at a pshop in Newland Street, Witham, which reportedly saw several cosmetic items worth hundreds of pounds stolen.

A man is alleged to have entered the store sometime around 2pm on February 22, where he grabbed the items and then shoved a member of staff out of the way when leaving, having failed to pay.

Anyone with information about the man in the photo or incident is asked to contact Braintree Police Station on 101 quoting 42/29106/19.

Information can also be given completely anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org/