Appeal After Faversham Shop Worker Threatened

Kent Police have issed CCTV images following a report that two shoplifters in Faversham threatened a member of security staff with a knuckle duster.

It is alleged the victim was also subjected to racist abuse during the incident, which happened at a Tesco store in Crescent Road. Two men entered the supermarket late on Friday 20th June, and following suspicious behaviour were challenged by the victim at around 11.20pm.

It is reported the suspects responded by producing the weapon and making racially aggravated threats that the man would be harmed, before leaving with a shopping basket full of stolen items. Investigating officers would now like to identify and speak to the two men pictured.

Anyone with any information should call Kent Police on 01622 604 100, quoting reference 46/105943/25.

They can also also contact Crimestoppers FREE and anonymously on 0800 555 111 or by using the online form: https://crimestoppers-uk.org/give-information/forms/pre-form