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A dopey burglar in a classic black-and-white striped top is mocked online after CCTV images reveal his cartoonish outfit. Police seek info on the Co-op raid.
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Suspect being hunted after burglary mocked…for looking like burglar in black and white stripy top

Andy Crick
Last updated: August 2, 2024 8:52 am
Andy Crick Published August 2, 2024
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The pictures of the burglar wearing a black and white striped top when stealing from the Co-Op. (Picture: Jam Press)
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A dopey man being hunted in connection with a burglary has been mocked…for looking like a stereotypical burglar.

He was seen wearing a black and white stripy top.

Cops released CCTV images of him also wearing a black bag on his back and a facemark.

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Police are investigating the raid on a Co-op supermarket.

Two men stole cigarettes and tobacco from the store in Woodley, near Reading, Berkshire.

A dopey burglar in a classic black-and-white striped top is mocked online after CCTV images reveal his cartoonish outfit. Police seek info on the Co-op raid.
Co-Op Woodley, near Reading, Berkshire. (Picture: Jam Press)

Locals were quick to poke fun at his clothing.

Burglars are often seen in black and white striped tops in kids books and cartoons.

A dopey burglar in a classic black-and-white striped top is mocked online after CCTV images reveal his cartoonish outfit. Police seek info on the Co-op raid.
The pictures of the burglar wearing a black and white striped top when stealing from the Co-Op. (Picture: Jam Press)

Heath Foster said: “Is it standard practice to dress up as a burglar before burgling?

“I know stereotypes exist for a reason, but this seems a bit absurd to me.”

Keith O’Leary added: “Fair play.

“At least he made the effort to dress up as a burglar.

“Would recommend.”

Alan Fenton said: “Is there an alternate back view of the individual concerned?

Social media comment on the post of A dopey burglar in a classic black-and-white striped top is mocked online after CCTV images reveal his cartoonish outfit. Police seek info on the Co-op raid.
Social media comment on the post. (Picture: Jam Press)

“I’m interested to see if he has ‘Swag’ emblazoned across the back of his bag.”

Jackie Jenkins said: “Wearing the correct top.”

Another – named Scott – added: “I know it’s not a joke.

“But the colours he’s wearing.

“Like a cartoon.”

Social media comment on the post of A dopey burglar in a classic black-and-white striped top is mocked online after CCTV images reveal his cartoonish outfit. Police seek info on the Co-op raid.
Social media comment on the post. (Picture: Jam Press)

The burglary took place at 8:30pm on 23 July, as reported on Need To Know.

A Thames Valley Police spokesperson said: “We are releasing images of an individual officers would like to speak to in connection to a burglary in Woodley.

“The incident occurred at around 8.30pm on 23 July at the Co-op on Englefield Place.

“Two offenders entered the store and emptied the drawers full of cigarettes and tobacco.”

Investigating officer Pc Harry Gaughan, said: “We are appealing to anyone who may recognise the man in the images to get in touch as he may have vital information about this incident.”

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