POLICE have issued CCTV images of three people they would like to speak to in connection with alleged shoplifting at Tesco in New Milton.

Officers released pictures of three women they are trying to trace – and a description of a fourth – after an incident at the Caird Avenue store at between 1.20pm and 1.40pm on Wednesday, October 9.

Around £500 worth of clothing, phone chargers and bedding were stolen in the incident.

The first woman is described as; around 5ft 5ins tall, in her 40s, of large build, with blonde hair tied back in a ponytail. She was wearing a light-coloured blouse, black trousers and flip flops and carrying a large black holdall.

The second woman is described as; around 5ft 5ins tall, in her 60s, of medium build, with brown/grey hair in a high bun. She was wearing a white gilet and glasses and carrying a black holdall.

The third is described as; around 5ft 5ins tall, in her 30s, of medium build, with blonde hair. She was wearing a blue hooded top, grey trousers and Croc-style footwear and carrying a black ribbed holdall.

A fourth woman police would like to trace is described as; around 5ft 3ins tall, in her 20s, of slender build, with brown hair in a high bun. She was wearing a black coat with a fur trim and light blue jeans.

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“We believe the women in these images can help us with our investigation and would urge them, or anyone who knows their identity, to get in touch with us,” a Hampshire Police spokesperson said.

“Also, if you witnessed anything of any of this incident, saw anything suspicious in the area at the time, or have any CCTV, mobile phone, dash cam or doorbell camera footage which could aid our investigation, please contact us.”

Anyone who recognises the people pictured, or has any information about the incident, should contact police on 101, quoting incident number 44240439774. They can also call Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

Officers are keen to trace these women after an incident at Tesco, New Milton. Picture: Hampshire Police