CCTV images released as part of Chandler’s Ford fraud investigation

Do you recognise these men?

We would like to speak to them in connection with three reports of fraud at businesses in Fareham, Botley and Chandler’s Ford.

During the incidents, which all occurred between 4.55pm and 7.20pm on Thursday 14 November, it’s reported that two men used and attempted to use forged bank notes to purchase items.

The first incident was reported at The Crown Inn on West Street, Fareham, before further reported incidents at the Co-op, High Street, Botley and Co-op, Winchester Road, Chandler’s Ford.

The first man we’d like to speak to is described as;

• White
• Aged approximately 23 years
• Approximately 5ft 8ins tall
• Average build
• Slicked-back hair
• Wearing grey trainers, blue jeans and a grey hooded top with black writing on the left chest area

The second man we’d like to speak to is described as;

• White
• Aged in his 50s
• Approximately 5ft 8ins tall
• Wearing jeans, a white shirt and grey gilet

We believe the men in these images can help us with our investigation and would urge them, or anyone who knows their identity, to get in touch with us.

Also, if you witnessed any of the incidents, saw anything suspicious in the area at the time, or have any CCTV, mobile phone, dash cam or doorbell camera footage which could aid our investigation, please contact us.

You can do this by calling 101, or by reporting online via the Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary website, quoting incident number 44240497673.

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You can also call Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111, or by visiting their website, below;

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