POLICE would like to speak to this man, right, in connection with the theft of 15 charity tins from across the county.

Officers believe the man is linked to a

series of thefts, believed to have started in November and continued until

May 29.

They received reports of charity collection tins being stolen from businesses in Eastbourne, Rye, St Leonards, Hailsham, Haywards Heath, Burgess Hill, Roberstbridge, Uckfield and Lewes.

The man is white, 5ft 10in, in his early sixties and with white hair.

Investigating officer Anna Archer said: “We have received reports of charity tins being stolen across the county and we have managed to obtain CCTV for a number of these thefts.

“Any theft is unacceptable but stealing money from a charity is particularly abhorrent.

“If you have any information about who these women might be please get in contact with us immediately.”

To report information to Sussex Police, go online or call 101 quoting reference 773 of 10/04.

To watch a video showing CCTV footage of some of the thefts, visit the

Argus website at theargus.co.uk

l Has your charity tin been stolen? Let us know by emailing news@theargus.co.uk or by calling 01273 021370.