A thief has struck at a York restaurant before 2025 was five hours old.
They targeted the Mumbai Lounge on Fossgate at around 4.20am on New Year’s Day.
The suspect broke in through the front door and stole a large amount of cash from the till and tip jars.
Police are asking for the public’s help to identify a suspect.
A North Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “We’re particularly appealing for information about a male wearing dark green trousers, a grey hooded jumper and black gilet who was seen exiting the premises.”
If you can help police, you can contact them on the numbers below.
How to help the police
- Call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2 and ask for PC Callum Johnstone
- Email PC Johnstone
- Contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via the website
- Quote reference number 12250000469
