Thieves were caught red-handed stealing four picnic benches from The Railway pub in Swadlincote - shamed on social media into returning them.

Derbyshire Police have confirmed they were called and officers spoke to two men about the incident.

And while no arrests were made, police say enquiries are continuing and the benches have been returned.

But the theft was caught on CCTV as the brazen pair made off with the Midway Road's pub's garden furniture and loaded it on to a truck which drew up right outside.

However, the Railway's landlady was quick to take to social media and told the culprits to post £400 through the door or return the benches.

It was made clear that their faces were visible along with the registration number of the truck.

The message also said: 'Wrong pub to steal from lads' and added 'Should be ashamed of themselves. Times are hard enough without people thinking they can go around stealing your property.'

A spokesman for Derbyshire Police said on Tuesday: "Officers attended and spoke to two men and enquiries continue.

"No arrests made and the four picnic tables were returned."