WILTSHIRE Police are appealing for information regarding an incident during the Christmas lights switch-on event in Royal Wootton Bassett on Friday.

A man took a cash box from one of the stalls at about 7.30pm and was challenged by the officers. 

A struggle ensued, the cash box was recovered and the man ran off.

The officers sustained minor injuries in the incident.

Anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to contact Christopher Gotch at the Local Crime Team at Gablecross Police Station on 101.

Alternatively call Crimestoppers 0800 555 111 where details may be left anonymously if preferred.