THIEVES escaped with a haul of cigarettes in a raid on three stores early on Saturday, October 5.

The first incident occurred at Sainsbury's in Park Street, Thame, at around 12.45am.

Ten minutes later, thieves failed in an attempt to break into Unwins off-licence in Thame Road, Chinnor. Cigarettes were also stolen from Chiltern Hills Supastore in Oakley Road, Chinnor. Police believe the thieves were driving a light-coloured hatchback.

Anyone with information should call police on 01844 264920 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.