POLICE investigating shoplifting at a Wimborne store have released CCTV images to try and trace a woman.

At around 7.30pm on Saturday, July 25, a woman entered the Cooperative Food store in Smugglers Lane and stole nine bottles of wine.

After entering the store, she went to the refrigerated wine display and placed the items in a large leather-style handbag and a Waitrose bag. She then left without making any attempt to pay.

Police Constable Adam Aggas, of East Dorset police, said: "I am keen to trace the woman in this CCTV image.

"I am appealing to anyone who recognises her to please call me on 101."

Witnesses and anyone with information should call Dorset Police in confidence on 101 quoting reference 55150055622. Alternatively, call the free and anonymous Crimestoppers line on 0800 555 111.