Police have issued CCTV pictures of a man they want to speak to after six packages were thrown over a wall at HMP Forest Bank.
Officers said the parcels were thrown over the prison wall at around 9.30am on December 23. An investigation was launched following the incident.
Police said they believe the man in the CCTV images could 'assist with enquiries'. The photos were posted onto the GMP Salford Facebook page as part of an appeal.
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Alongside the pictures, an officer wrote: "#APPEAL | Police in Salford are appealing to identify a man they wish to speak to following incident at HMP Forest Bank Prison. At approximately 9:30am on 23 December 2022, 6 packages were thrown over HMP Forest Bank Prison wall.
"Officers in Salford are investigating the incident and are seeking to identify the man pictured below as it is believed he may be able to assist with enquiries. Anyone with information – or footage – that could identify the man in the image, should call 101 - quoting the crime reference number CRI / 06FF / 00388 71 / 22. Alternatively you can make a report via the LiveChat facility: https://orlo.uk/t6b1f
"You can also make a report via the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."
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