Thames Valley Police is releasing images of five people who officers would like to speak to in connection with a series of robberies in High Wycombe and Chalfont St Peter.
The incidents occurred between 2.30pm and 6pm on Sunday 11 August at Greggs, Matalan and Next in High Wycombe and Costa in Chalfont St Peter.
During the robberies, multiple items were stolen. At one of the incidents which occurred in Greggs, Queens Square an employee attempted to stop the offenders and was assaulted.
The victim sustained minor injuries and attended hospital, they have since been discharged.
Detective Constable Matthew Leigh said: “The incidents are believed to be isolated and I would ask anybody who recognises the people in the images to please get in touch with us, as I believe they may have vital information that could assist this investigation. “If you think you have information which could help us, please call 101, quoting reference number 43240384461.
“You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111, or make a report online.”