A SUSPECTED thief has been caught on camera in Hereford.

The suspect was caught on CCTV in the Beattie Avenue area of Hereford.

Police community support officer Tally Hunt said police were alerted after a shed was broken into and tools stolen in the south Hereford residential street.

The incident happened at around 5am on September 9, PCSO Hunt said.

A battery angle grinder, battery and socket set were taken from the shed.

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CCTV footage from the property shows an individual wearing a high-vis hoodie, black trousers with high-vis strips, a black backpack and a black hat.

The suspect was seen looking in a neighbouring property's van, and lingering around addresses in the street, said PCSO Hunt.

"Please ensure that all your sheds are all secure, and that any valuables are locked away," she warned. 

"Please be vigilant and report any suspicious behaviour to the police."