POLICE want to trace these men in connection with a distraction burglary in Dorset.

The CCTV images were taken at Leanings of Shaftesbury in High Street, Shaftesbury, where a purse was stolen on the afternoon of Saturday, May 5.

Police Constable Mal Dye, of Dorset Police, said: “Two men entered the shop separately. One distracted the shop owner, while the other went behind the till and stole a purse from the office area.”

PC Dye continued: “I am now able to release CCTV images of two men that we would like to speak with. It may be that these men can help with my investigation.

“Anyone with any information should call Dorset Police at the earliest opportunity.”

One of the men is described as having an Irish accent.

Anyone with information should call Dorset Police on 101 quoting 5:343.