POLICE are on the hunt for two young men who are suspected of stealing ink cartridges from a supermarket in Stanway.

The theft is reported to have happened at 4.15pm on September 17 in Sainsbury's.

The suspects entered the store before making off with printer cartridges worth a four-figure sum.

One of the men wore a black short-sleeved t-shirt with black shorts and black trainers.

He also sported a black baseball cap which he wore back to front.

The second had brown hair with a centre parting and wore a black long-sleeved jumper, grey shorts and black trainers.

Essex Police have urged anyone who recognises the description of the two young men to call Colchester's Local Policing Team on 101.

The crime reference number to quote is 42/149845/19.

You can call Crimestoppers completely anonymously on 0800 555 111 or submit anonymous intelligence through their website.