Staffordshire Police are appealing to the public for assistance in identifying a man captured on CCTV following a robbery at a business in the Leyfields area of Tamworth. The incident took place on Saturday, 25 July, at approximately 9:25pm on Masefield Drive, which houses a parade of shops and fast food takeaways.
Robbery Details
Police were called to reports of a robbery at a business premises on Masefield Drive. The suspect is believed to have fled the scene after the incident. Officers have since reviewed CCTV footage and released an image of a man they wish to speak to in connection with the offence.
The Masefield Drive area is a local retail hub in the Leyfields estate, serving the community with convenience stores and eateries. The robbery has raised concerns among local business owners and residents about safety in the area.
CCTV Image Released
The CCTV image shows a white male with a beard, wearing a grey hooded top with the hood up, a light blue t-shirt, and carrying a crossbody bag with a black strap. Police have also provided a description: he is approximately 6 feet tall, of medium build, and was also wearing grey shorts and carrying a black holdall bag at the time of the incident.
“Do you know this man?” a Staffordshire Police spokesperson said. “We are appealing for information following a robbery at a business on Masefield Drive, Leyfields on Saturday, July 25, at around 9:25pm. We would like to speak to the male shown in this image in connection with the incident.”
Police Appeal and Contact Information
Officers are urging anyone who recognises the individual, witnessed the incident, or has any other information that may assist the investigation to come forward. The force is particularly keen to hear from anyone who was in the Masefield Drive area on the evening of the robbery and may have seen something suspicious.
“If you recognise this individual, witnessed the incident, or have any information that may assist the investigation, please contact Staffordshire Police on 101 or via the online form or Live Chat on our website, incident number: 21260122987 refers,” the spokesperson added. “Information can also be provided anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”
Police have stressed that members of the public should not comment publicly with names, as this could prejudice the ongoing investigation.
Community Reaction and Safety Advice
The robbery has prompted renewed calls for vigilance among local businesses. Masefield Drive, like many such parades, experiences foot traffic throughout the day and into the evening. Police advise business owners to ensure CCTV systems are operational and well-positioned, and to report any suspicious activity promptly.
Staffordshire Police continue their inquiries and are reviewing additional CCTV from surrounding premises. They have not disclosed what was stolen during the robbery, but investigations are ongoing.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the police using the details provided, quoting incident number 21260122987.
