They are asking for assistance in identifying a man they believe may be able to help with their investigations in relation to a substantial theft from Green Hills Shopping Centre at 8.55am on Thursday, October 11.

Anyone with information that could help should contact the Crime Stoppers online reporting page at www.crimestoppers.com.au

There is also the option of calling 1800 333 000.

Information can be given anonymously.

NSW Police advise the person depicted may or may not be directly involved in a criminal offence.

Police just need to know their identity to advance their investigations.

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