Alcohol, cigarettes and vapes were reportedly stolen from an Esso petrol station in Rainham.

Police were called to the garage at the junction of South Street and New Road just before 4.45am yesterday (June 3) to reports of a burglary.  

The owner reported that four men stole multiple items including alcohol, cigarettes and vapes.

Police have said a crime scene remains in place while an investigation continues.

A spokesperson confirmed that nobody was injured in the incident.

Anyone with information is asked to call 101 or ‘X’ @MetCC and quote CAD937/03Jun.

You can also provide information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.