Poppy tin stolen from HMV in Walton

Shocked and disgusted to hear that a Royal British Legion poppy collection tin was stolen from HMV in New Zealand Avenue, Walton.

Police are looking for two men who they believe stole the tin at around 1pm on Tuesday 8 November. The men were at the tills in the store and distracted staff before taking collection tin which was tied to the till.

One of the men concealed the poppy tin in his jacket pocket and then they both walked around the store for several minutes before leaving.

The man is described as a white man, between 5ft 4ins and 5ft 6ins tall, in his late thirties or early forties, short mousy-coloured hair and was wearing a black coat, blue jeans, white shirt and red trainers.

The second man is described as being a white man, 5ft 6ins tall, in his late thirties or early forties, short light-coloured hair and was wearing a grey cardigan and hooded top, white t-shirt, blue jeans and white trainers.

The police has released CCTV images that might help with identifying the men.

Detective Constable Nick Beer, of Staines CID, said: "Stealing from a charitable cause is an appalling offence and I can assure Walton residents we are doing everything possible to bring the two callous individuals responsible to justice."

If anyone saw the two men in HMV that day or has anymore information call Surrey Police on 101, quoting reference EL/11/8613, or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.