Police have released a CCTV image as part of their investigation into a spate of mobile phone thefts targeting hairdressers in the region.
Three thefts were reported in Sittingbourne on Thursday, 5 December 2024. In each case, a man entered a hair salon under the pretense of booking an appointment for his partner. While staff were distracted, mobile phones were stolen.
Later that same afternoon, a similar theft occurred at a hair salon in Strood.
Linked Incidents
Inspector Allen Searle of Kent Police said:
*”We are treating these incidents as linked, as in each case staff at the businesses had phones stolen while they were distracted by a potential customer.
“We are now issuing an image of a man who may be able to assist our enquiries and are urging anybody who recognises him to get in touch with us.”*
Appeal for Information
Anyone who recognizes the man in the released CCTV image or has any information about the thefts is urged to contact Kent Police on 01795 419119, quoting reference 46/206483/24.
Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously through Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555111 or using their online reporting form.
Police are continuing their inquiries and have increased patrols in the affected areas to prevent further incidents.
