Police Release CCTV Image After Shop Theft At Barrow Premier Store

Police have launched an investigation into a shop theft in Barrow and are appealing for the public’s help to identify a man captured on CCTV.

The incident took place at McDougalls Premier Shop on Rawlinson Street at approximately 7.45pm on Friday, 23 October 2026. Officers are investigating the circumstances surrounding the reported theft and have released an image of a man they would like to speak to as part of their enquiries.

Cumbria Police believe the man pictured may have information that could assist the investigation. The release of the CCTV image is intended to help officers establish his identity and gather further information about what happened at the shop. Police have not publicly confirmed further details about the item or items reported stolen.

Anyone who recognises the man or has information relevant to the incident is being asked to contact Cumbria Police. Information can be submitted online through the force’s official reporting service or by calling 101. When contacting police, members of the public should quote incident number 227 of 23 October 2026 to ensure their information reaches the investigating officers.

People who would prefer to provide information anonymously can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. The independent charity accepts information about suspected crime without requiring callers to provide their personal details. Information supplied through the service can be passed to police to support ongoing investigations.

The appeal remains focused on identifying the individual shown in the CCTV image and establishing the circumstances of the reported theft. Police have asked anyone with relevant information to come forward as enquiries continue. The man pictured is being sought for assistance with the investigation and has not been identified as guilty of any offence.

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