**Police Launch Appeal After Cash Disappears from Post Office Inside Tesco Express in Caerphilly**
Police officers are requesting the public’s assistance after a sum of money went missing from a Post Office counter inside a Tesco Express in Caerphilly. The incident, which took place on the morning of Saturday, 10 May, has prompted Gwent Police to release a CCTV image of a woman they would like to identify, believing she may be able to offer key information.
According to a police statement, the alleged offence occurred at the Castle View branch’s in-store Post Office at approximately 11.30am. The individual responsible reportedly employed deception and sleight of hand tactics to commit what police are describing as fraud. It’s understood that the loss of funds only came to light much later in the day, during the store’s usual cashing-up process.
CCTV footage from the premises captured a woman near the Post Office counter around the time the incident is thought to have taken place. Officers say they are eager to speak with this individual—not to level any specific accusations, but to help them piece together the sequence of events and potentially progress their investigation.
A representative for Gwent Police outlined the current focus of inquiries: “We are appealing for information to identify the woman in the image as she may possess vital details that could aid the investigation into this alleged fraud. If you recognise her, or have any knowledge that could assist, we urge you to get in touch”.
Incidents involving fraud and theft at community branches like Post Offices are often particularly distressing for both staff and local residents, who rely on such services for essential transactions. No reports of confrontation or violence have been made in relation to this case, indicating the suspect’s methods may have been discreet, further complicating the task investigators now face.
The police are keen to stress that any information, no matter how minor it may seem, could be instrumental in recovering the missing funds and potentially preventing similar crimes in the future. They invite the public to contact them directly via the 101 non-emergency line, through their official social media channels, or by completing an online report. For those wishing to provide information anonymously, the independent charity Crimestoppers remains an option, contactable free of charge on 0800 555 111 or via their website.
The appeal comes at a time when communities across Wales and the broader UK have seen a rise in opportunistic crimes targeting retail and service environments. Experts note that increasing use of self-checkout, limited staff presence, and periods of high customer traffic can present opportunities for those intent on carrying out deception-based offences.
In the meantime, the Post Office involved in the case has taken steps to review its security and cash handling procedures to reduce the risk of similar incidents. Local residents and customers have expressed concern but also hope that someone will come forward with the information needed to help solve the case.
As the investigation moves forward, officers remind the public that the woman captured in the CCTV is sought strictly for questioning and that no assumptions should be made about her involvement until all facts can be established. They advise anyone in Caerphilly or the surrounding area who may recall seeing anything unusual at the Tesco Express on the morning in question to make contact.
Updates on this story are expected as inquiries continue. For now, Gwent Police await responses to their appeal, hopeful that vigilance within the community will once again play a key role in supporting local crime prevention efforts.