POLICE have released CCTV after nearly £200 was taken from a cash machine after the previous user forgot to pick it up.

The incident happened at Asda on Bower Street in Harrogate at 10.23am on Sunday, May 1.

The suspect removed £150 of cash that was left behind at the ATM from the previous transaction.

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Police say they are not aware of any attempt to return the cash to the owner.

They are asking members of the public to get in touch if they recognise the man in the image as they believe he will have information that could help the investigation.

A spokesperson for North Yorkshire Police said: “Anyone with any information is asked to contact North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2 and ask for PC 1131 Jacobs or email katie.jacobs@northyorkshire.police.uk If you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

“Please quote reference number 12220073603 when passing on information.”

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