A CCTV image has been released after a man was hit in the back of the head with a bag of onions.

The incident happened at around 4.45pm on Thursday, September 19, when the victim, who is in his 40s, was struck with the bag of vegetables inside Chalfont St Peter’s M&S branch along the High Street.

He did not require hospital treatment.

Investigating officer PC Ion Stratu, said: “I am appealing to anyone who recognises the individual in the image as they may have vital information to assist us with our enquiries.

“Additionally we ask anyone with mobile phone footage to get in touch with the force in case it has captured something which may assist this investigation.

“If you have any information relating to this incident, please call 101 or report it online, quoting 43240451665.

“Alternatively, if you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via its website.