POLICE are investigating another shoplifting believed to have been committed by a man riding a mobility scooter.

Food was stolen from the BP Petrol Station in Southern Way, Harlow, just before 4.55pm on October 2.

A man who had walked in to the store but arrived and left on a mobility scooter, was challenged by staff but rode away on the scooter before they could contact police.

He is believed to be responsible for a similar theft at the same store on August 20.

The man is described as white, 5ft 6ins tall, with grey short hair and glasses. He was wearing a black jacket and black trousers and was riding a red and grey mobility scooter.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Pc Gemma Sandy at Harlow police station on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.