POLICE have released a CCTV image after a theft at a chicken shop.

A 27-year-old woman was approached in Southern Fried Chicken in Hitchin on Saturday, April 27.

The offender stole the woman’s bag – which contained her phone and money – around 2.20am, when the shop was crowded.

They then made off in an unknown direction.

Police investigating the incident would like to speak to those pictured as they believe they may have information which can help the investigation.

Anyone with information can contact police on the non-emergency number 101, quoting crime reference G1/13/911, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.