POLICE has made an appeal after a shop employee suffered a 'significant' face injury during robbery of alcohol.

Thames Valley Police released CCTV images of a man officers would like to speak to following a robbery in Milton Keynes.

The frightening incident happened at about 7.35pm on November 22 last year when an offender stole alcohol from a business on Engaine Drive.

A member of staff was attacked by the offender when he tried to stop them. 

Bucks Free Press: A CCTV image of the man officers would like to speak toA CCTV image of the man officers would like to speak to (Image: TVP)

The victim sustained a significant injury to his face requiring hospital treatment during the assault. He has since been discharged.

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Investigating officer PC Ion Stratu, based at Milton Keynes police station, said: “We would like to appeal to anybody who recognises the individual in these images to please get in touch as they may have vital information about this incident.

“You can get in touch by either making a report online or by calling 101, quoting reference number 43230530233.

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