Police are searching for this man in connection with the theft of £100 worth of lottery scratchcards from a petrol station.

The man allegedly took the items from the station in London Road, Rivenhall while the cashier's back was turned at around 10.30pm on September 27.

He is described as a white man with dark brown hair and he was wearing a blue shirt and jeans.

He was believed to be driving a small blue vehicle.

Anybody who recognises him is asked to contact Pc Martin Spensley on Essex Police 101 or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.