Police have issued an urgent appeal following a series of bank card thefts in Manchester city centre. The stolen cards were then used to pay for expensive items in Argos at Sainsbury's in Salford.
Officers investigating the thefts have now released CCTV images of two men they want to speak to as part of their enquiries. The offences reportedly occurred at around 4pm on September 23 this year.
As well as the expensive purchases, police said one victim reported they had their mobile phone stolen. No injuries have been reported during the thefts so far.
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A Greater Manchester Police spokesperson said: "Officers have released CCTV images of two men they wish to speak to following a series of bank card thefts from person. The offences occurred at around 4pm on 23 September 2022 in Manchester city centre.
"The bank cards were stolen and then used to pay for expensive items in Argos Sainsbury's in Salford. One victim reported that they had their mobile phone stolen as well. Thankfully no one has been physically injured so far.
"Officers are now appealing for the public’s help in identifying the two men in these photos as they need to speak to them in connection with the thefts. If you think you might know them, please get in touch."
Anyone with information should call 0161 856 8720 quoting incident number 2508 of 23 September 2022. Information can also be shared anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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