CUP tie fever overcame a man who stole 20 tickets from a football club's shop.
The man walked into the shop at Darlington FC's Feethams ground on Monday, January 14, ahead of the Quakers' FA Cup clash with Peterborough.
At about 1.45pm, he bought one ticket and asked for another item, which the assistant had to leave her post to get.
While she was away, the man reached over the counter and took another 20 tickets, then left the shop without paying for them.
The tickets were later dumped and the seats were left unused throughout the game.
Anybody who has any information is urged to contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555111. Calls will remain anonymous, but may qualify for a reward.
People with information can also call Darlington police, on (01325) 467681
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