Cigarettes theft at North Walsham

Cigarettes have been stolen from a North Walsham newsagent's shop after an early hours break-in.An intruder forced his way into Martin's in Church Street at about 1.

Cigarettes have been stolen from a North Walsham newsagent's shop after an early hours break-in.

An intruder forced his way into Martin's in Church Street at about 1.45am on Thursday morning and picking more than a dozen packets, worth �80, off the counter before escaping.

Brands stolen included Mayfair Superkings (10s, 20s and 40s) and Richmond Menthols (20s). Police are keen to speak to anyone who may have seen someone acting suspiciously in the area, has been offered similar items for sale or who may have information relating to the incident.

Contact Det Con Riki Chase at Great Yarmouth CID on 0845 456 4567 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.