Man spotted in Hastings CCTV may help theft probe

A man spotted by CCTV in Hastings may be able to assist in an investigation into a suspected theft at a hotel in Kent.
By The Newsroom
Published 16th Mar 2017, 14:42 BST
Updated 24th Mar 2017, 11:11 BST

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Police believe this man, spotted in Queens Road, Hastings, may help police investigating a theft in Kent. Photo courtesy of Kent Police SUS-170316-143812001Police believe this man, spotted in Queens Road, Hastings, may help police investigating a theft in Kent. Photo courtesy of Kent Police SUS-170316-143812001
Police believe this man, spotted in Queens Road, Hastings, may help police investigating a theft in Kent. Photo courtesy of Kent Police SUS-170316-143812001

A 61-year-old woman’s bank cards are believed to have been stolen from her room at a hotel in Clifton Gardens, Folkestone, between 7pm on January 27, and 9am the following day.

The victim was alerted after a phone call she received at the hotel from someone claiming to be from her bank and asking her questions about her cards.

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When she went to her room to check them, she discovered they were missing and reported it to Kent Police.

Investigating officers discovered money had also been withdrawn from her account.

CCTV footage of a man in Queens Road, Hastings, on January 28, was sourced and police believe he may be able to assist them with their enquiries.

If you recognise the man or have any information that can assist Kent Police, call 01843 222289, quoting ZY/003677/17.

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Alternatively, contact Kent Crimestoppers, anonymously on 0800 555111.

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