Police are hunting two men who tried to steal a bank card from an older woman while she was using a cash machine.

Thames Valley Police have released images two men they would like to speak to in connection with the incident, which took place in Market Square, Aylesbury, on Wednesday 16 February.

At around 11.15am, a woman in her seventies was using the cash machine outside the Barclays bank when two men, who were watching over her shoulder, attempted to take the bank card.

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Bucks Free Press:

Bucks Free Press: Police have released close-up images of the two potential witnessesPolice have released close-up images of the two potential witnesses

Investigating officer, PC Lisa Pearce-Smith, based at Aylesbury police station, said: “We would like to appeal to anybody who recognises the men in these images to please get in touch as we believe they may have information in connection with this attempted theft.

“You can get in touch by either making a report online or by calling 101 quoting reference number 43220072550.

“Alternatively, for 100% anonymity, you can also call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”

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