POLICE officers have released CCTV images this week of three people they would like to speak to in connection with crimes that occurred in North Herts. Police would like to speak to a man in connection with an assault which occurred in Sainsbury s in Wh

POLICE officers have released CCTV images this week of three people they would like to speak to in connection with crimes that occurred in North Herts.

Police would like to speak to a man in connection with an assault which occurred in Sainsbury's in Whinbush Road, Hitchin, on June 6, 2009, at around 3.30pm (crime reference G1/09/1593).

On February 24, 2009, a purse was stolen from a woman's handbag in Boots in High Street, Hitchin, at around 1pm. Officers would like to speak with a woman in connection with this incident (crime reference G1/09/471).

On September 8, 2009, there was a theft at Costcutter in High Street, Baldock. The offence occurred at around 5.30pm. Officers would like to speak to a woman in connection with this incident (crime reference G1/09/473).

It may be that these three people were witnesses to the alleged crimes or can offer assistance in the investigation.

If you recognise these people or have any information about these incidents, call Hertfordshire Constabulary on 0845 33 00 222. Alternatively call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111. You do not have to give your name and you could be entitled to a cash reward.