A search is under way for two men after a pub was burgled in Houghton-le-Spring.
Detectives have now decided to release CCTV footage of the raid in a bid to track down the suspects.
Shortly after midnight on September 2, police received a report of a burglary at The Philadelphia, on Philadelphia Lane.
It was reported that offenders had gained access to the premises and had caused damage to a gambling machine and pool table, before removing the coin trays.
An investigation was launched and the CCTV footage showing two men inside the pub on the morning in question has now been made public.
Police have now asked members of the public to come forward if they recognise either of the individuals shown on the footage.
Detective Constable Alex Hadwin, of Northumbria Police’s Southern Burglary Team, said: “This type of criminality is totally unacceptable and we are committed to bringing those responsible to justice.
“Two offenders broke into the pub before shamelessly destroying property in order to seek a quick win. They then fled the scene with a quantity of cash.
“A team of detectives are now looking for those responsible – and I would appeal to anyone who recognises the individuals seen on the footage to come forward and contact police. "
Anyone who recognises the individuals is asked to contact 101 quoting reference 111449J/19 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
