POLICE have released these images of a man they would like to speak to in connection with a burglary at a building society.

Officers were called to the Yorkshire Building Society on Church Street in the town centre just after midnight when the security alarm was set off.

The offender had forced their way into the building and escaped empty handed before patrols arrived.

CCTV from the area has been examined and an investigation is underway.

Police believe that the man pictured may have vital information which could help them with their enquiries and are urging him or anyone who knows him to contact them.

Anyone with information about the incident on Thursday, February 6, is asked to contact St Helens CID on 0151 777 6881 or Crimestoppers anonymously, on 0800 555 111.