POLICE have released CCTV footage of two men they believe have vital information about a ‘brazen heist’ of 880 barrels of Guinness from a depot in Dutton.
On Monday, August 31, police in Runcorn responded to reports of the theft of two HGV trailers loaded with barrels of the popular Irish beer.
The value of the stolen Guinness is estimated to be around £115,000.
On Tuesday, September 1, one of the trailers was found in Hall Lane in Skelmersdale, while the other came to light in nearby Gillibrands Road the following day.
The beer itself is yet to be found, and no arrests have been made.
Police have now released CCTV images of two people they would like to speak to who they believe have 'vital information' about the incident.
Detective Sergeant Gary McClatchey said: "Our officers have been following numerous lines of enquiry since the incident was reported to us, and I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has gotten in contact so far.
"However, we will not settle for anything less than the full recovery of the near 900 stolen Guinness kegs and the locating of the offenders behind this brazen heist.
“As our investigation continues, we are now looking to identify the two men captured in the CCTV footage as we believe they hold vital information.
"I’d urge anyone who recognises these men contact us so that we can progress with our investigation and I would also strongly encourage the men in the footage to please come forward.
"As we have previously stated, these kegs are stolen goods which are looking to be sold on by criminals.
“So, we are continuing to urge anyone who is approached by any prospective Guinness sellers to remain cautious and, as always, report any suspicions to police.”
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