TWO men stole "a number of high value items" from Asda in Malton on Saturday.

North Yorkshire Police say the theft happened at about 3pm at the Norton Road store.

Officers also report a "similar incident" in Malton's Morrisons supermarket.

Police are trying to trace a potential witness who came into Asda just after the theft.

Anyone with information should phone North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option two and ask for PC1288 Nick Ham. You can also email nicholas.ham@northyorkshire.pnn.police.uk If you wish to remain anonymous, phone Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.

Please quote the North Yorkshire Police reference number 12150173353