CCTV images have been released after an elderly man had his bank card stolen in a car park.

Police believe the woman in the image may have vital information about the theft which happened on Monday, August 14.

At about 11.40am, two people approached an elderly man in Hills Meadow Car Park, Reading.

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Police said they pretended to help him with the parking machine but during this process, they stole his bank card.

The stolen card was then used to purchase items in shops in London.

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Investigating officer PC Natasha Black, based at Reading police station, said: “I am appealing to anyone who recognises this woman, or believes it could be you, to please get in touch.

“If you have any information that you think might help our investigation, please make a report online or call 101 quoting reference 43210367292.

“If you wish to remain 100% anonymous you can also call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”