CCTV images released over Ocean Bells coffee shop burglaries

Ocean Bells coffee shop in High Street was raided just before 2am on Saturday, August 6, before being targeted twice more in the following two hours.

Herts Police have today (August 23) released images of people they believe could help with enquiries into the 2am break-in.

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Herts Police want to speak to the people pictured. Picture: Herts Police. (Image: Herts Police)

Officers said the premises was ransacked before cash, a till and a bag with a mobile phone and ear pods were taken.

It is believed burglars smashed the door with a brick before taking the goods.

The second break-in allegedly saw a man take up to £200 cash and then an hour later two people were reportedly caught on CCTV going inside and treating themselves to food and drink – including cookies.

The smashed door at Ocean Bells coffee shop in Watford High Street. Picture: Ocean Bells

Police at the time confirmed two teenagers, aged 18 and 19, admitted breaking in. They apologised to the owner and were given a conditional caution.

Information can reported online or via 101 quoting reference 41/62759/22.

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