POLICE have released CCTV images of a man they want to question over a theft and assault at a Southampton shop.

A man entered Co-op in Shirley Road and tried to conceal several items before being confronted by a member of staff.

The 20-year-old worker was assaulted and the man ran off with around £20 worth of cheeses.

He is described as white, aged in his late 30s, around 5ft 10ins tall, of toned, average build with dark brown hair worn in a pony tail and clean shaven.

The incident took place at around 9pm on Thursday, May 14.

Anyone with information should contact PC Philip Deeprose at Southampton Central police station on 101 or the anonymous Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111.