UK police seek witnesses in Whitby shop theft
North Yorkshire Police have issued a public appeal linked to a theft at a Boyes department store in Whitby, North Yorkshire, in the United Kingdom. The incident, which occurred on June 26, involved the theft of clothing and laundry detergent. Police released CCTV images of a man and a woman they wish to identify in connection with the investigation.
Because the name Whitby is shared across jurisdictions, residents of Whitby, Ontario, may encounter this appeal on social media or in search results. This investigation is under the authority of North Yorkshire Police in the UK and does not relate to any incident in Durham Region.
What police have released
According to the appeal, officers are asking the public to help identify two individuals captured on store CCTV. The force notes that the pair may have information that could assist with the case. The release provides several ways to share tips, and requests that anyone responding cite the reference number provided below.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | North Yorkshire Police (United Kingdom) |
| Location | Boyes store, Whitby (UK) |
| Date of incident | June 26 |
| Items reported stolen | Clothing and laundry detergent |
| Police reference | 12260119881 |
How to provide information (UK case)
Members of the public who recognize the individuals pictured, or who have relevant information about the theft, are asked to contact North Yorkshire Police using the following options:
- Online: Visit the North Yorkshire Police website, select “Tell us about,” then choose “An existing case or report.”
- Live chat: Available via the force’s website, Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Phone: Call 101 in the UK.
- Anonymous tip: Contact Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111 or via the Crimestoppers website.
When submitting information, police ask that callers or online users quote reference 12260119881 to ensure details are directed to the correct file.
Why this notice appears in Whitby searches
Appeals from different jurisdictions often surface in Canadian feeds when place names are shared. Whitby, Ontario, and Whitby, North Yorkshire, share a historic link through their names, and public safety notices can circulate internationally online. This notice concerns the UK community and is included here for clarity, given the overlapping name and potential for confusion.
North Yorkshire Police are seeking information to assist a theft investigation involving the Boyes store in Whitby (UK). Anyone with relevant details is asked to contact the force using the channels provided and quote reference 12260119881.
InfoRadar will continue to monitor public appeals that may be confused with local advisories, and will indicate clearly when an item originates outside Ontario.
