Met Police detectives want to speak to a man following mobile phone thefts in Ealing Common and Acton.

On Tuesday, 30 July police were contacted after a man used a distraction technique to steal a mobile phone on Gunnersbury Lane.

The Met say a few weeks later, on Wednesday, 14 August, police received a report of the same offence, but that time on Uxbridge Road.

The Met Police want to speak to this man following phone stealing in Ealing Common and Acton (credit: Met Police).

Both reports detailed that the suspect approached the victims and engaged them in conversation, asking for donations.

Detective Sergeant Richard Kidd of the Met's West Area Command said: "I am keen to identify and speak to this man, who, as you can see from the image, has a distinctive mark on his inner left lower leg.

"We now have two reports of incidents that are almost identical in method and we want to put a stop to the suspect's activities before any further offences are committed.

"We know all to well that the effects of being a victim of crime can last far longer than the replacement of the items stolen. If you can help us identify this man please do get in touch."

Tha man has a 'distinctive' mark on his left leg (credit: Met Police).

If you know this man, or have information please call 101 or post on X @MetCC quoting 5610/16AUG.

To remain 100 per cent anonymous call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit crimestoppers-uk.org.