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Police appeal after supermarket staff attacked in Telford

Two women attempted to steal from a Telford supermarket before attacking two staff members and leaving empty handed.

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Police say the women pictured could help with their enquiries

West Mercia Police is investigating after two women attempted to leave Lidl in Madeley with a number of products at around 3.30pm on Monday.

As they attempted to leave they assaulted two staff members before making off without the items, officers said.

Police say the women pictured could help with their enquiries

Police have released CCTV images from the store in Madeley Court Way, off Parkway, showing two women stood next to the till.

A spokesperson for the force said: "Officers would like to speak to the women pictured as it's believed they may have information which could assist with enquiries.

"If anyone recognises those pictured or has any information which could assist with enquiries, please call West Mercia Police on 101 quoting incident number 236s of 11 December 2018.

"Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their website."

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