THIS man is suspected of burgling a hostel for the homeless.

Police have issued CCTV of their main suspect in the hope someone will recognise him.

It happened after crooks got into a communal area of the building in Boston Avenue, Southend, and stole a large tumble drier and washing machine.

They appliances were worth about £4000. It happened between November 23 and 25 last year, but police have only just released the image due to technical difficulties with their system.

If you know who he is, or if you have any further information that could assist police, please contact PC Laura Stellon at Southend police station on 0300 3334444.