Thief wearing Homer Simpson onesie part of gang that raided supermarket

A thief dressed in a Homer Simpson onesie was among gang members who stole cash from a Sainsbury's Local supermarket in Newhall, Derbyshire. Four men targeted the store in the early hours of Tuesday morning.

Three members of the gang forced their way into the store where they destroyed a self-service till before failing in a bid to steal hundreds of packets of cigarettes. Now, police chiefs are pleading with witnesses to come forward.



Eileen Banton, crime reduction officer, said: “We hope that the distinctive attire of one of the thieves will help someone come forward with information that will help us catch those responsible. The gang was made up of four males. One was wearing a blue hooded top, one a grey hooded top and the third is described as wearing a Homer Simpson onesie.

“The fourth member of the gang did not enter the premises and is believed to have stayed with a getaway vehicle. We are appealing for people to come forward with any information. Did they see the gang beforehand, did they see where they went or what vehicle they were in?”