A woman wanted in connection to a stolen suitcase with cash inside has been identified by police.

While working outside the Marks and Spencer store in Oxford's Queen Street on Saturday, February 24, a person placed a suitcase down at around 3.30pm.

The suitcase, which contained cash, headphones and a coat, was subsequently stolen.

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Thames Valley Police released a CCTV image on Monday, March 11 of a woman officers say they wanted to speak to following the incident believing she had "vital information" about the theft.

A police spokesman has since confirmed the force has identified the woman and the investigation is ongoing.

Oxford Mail: The CCTV image released by police (Image: TVP)The CCTV image released by police (Image: TVP) (Image: TVP)

If you have any information on this incident contact police online or by calling 101, quoting the reference number 43240087880.

Alternatively, for 100 per cent anonymity, you can also call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.