A thief has stolen jewellery from a victim in Letchworth, with police now launching a CCTV appeal as part of their investigation.

The incident occurred on Thursday, October 17 at around 11.15am, when it was reported that the suspect began walking alongside and starting a conversation with the victim before walking in the opposite direction.

Shortly afterwards, the victim realised that a ring and necklace had been taken.

PC Zak Watson said: "We are releasing this image as we believe the person pictured may have been in the area at the time and could have vital information that will help our investigation.

"If this is you, or you recognise the person pictured, please get in contact with me via email at zak.watson@herts.police.uk."

You can report information online at herts.police.uk/report, via online web chat at herts.police.uk/contact, or by calling the non-emergency number 101, quoting crime reference 41/86971/24.

Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org.