CCTV footage has been released by police to help track down a burglar who stole two laptops from Reading University.

The force said the burglar got into the University on Monday, February 10, at about 3.37pm.

Two laptops were stolen.

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The same burglar then went to Henley Business School and stole another two laptops.

Officers believe a large number of students were around at the time and could have seen what happened.

Today the force has released footage of a man it would like to speak to in connection with the investigation.

Investigating officer, PC Julie Susel, based at Loddon Valley police station, said: “I am appealing to anyone who has information that could assist with this investigation to get in touch.

“There was a large number of students inside the library of the University of Reading and Henley Business School that day, so I believe someone may have seen what happened.

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“Furthermore, I believe the man in this CCTV image may have important information. If you recognise the man in this CCTV footage, or believe it could be you, please come forward.

“You can contact us using our online form quoting reference number 43200047023.

“Alternatively, you can call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”