CCTV images have been released by police after up to £300 worth of beauty products were stolen from John Lewis' store in the Westgate shopping centre.

At around 3.10pm on Sunday, February 23, four people - two men and two women - entered the shop.

One of the women started putting beauty products into her handbag.

Oxford Mail:

Two men then started filling two baskets with beauty products, but put these down when the woman was challenged by security staff.

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The men were abusive towards the security officer and whilst they were arguing, the two women left the store with the products still in the handbag.

Between £200-£300 of beauty products were stolen.

Oxford Mail:

Investigating officer Detective Constable Lee Dix, based at Oxford police station, said: “I am appealing for anyone who recognises the people depicted in these images to come forward as I believe they have vital information about this theft.

“You can get in touch with us using our online form quoting reference number 43200062440.

"Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously via their website or by calling 0800 555 111.”