A CHARITY collection box and float was stolen from a fish and chip shop.

A burglar forced his way into the takeaway in Main Street, South Littleton, near Evesham, at about 3.30am on Friday.

A float of about £200 was taken along with the charity box and a flat above the fish and chip shop was also entered.

The thief was described as a "tall white man".

Anyone with information should call the non-emergency police number 101 quoting incident number 46s of 14th November.

Information can also be given anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or by visiting the website crimestoppers-uk.org.