Police are appealing for information after a shop worker in Rochdale was forced to hand over a 'large quantity' of cash during a robbery this morning.
Officers were called to reports of a robbery at a premises on Chapel Walk, Middleton, at around 9am on Friday (April 14). The shop worker was reportedly 'forced' back into the store as they lifted the shutters, before being made to open the safe and hand over the cash. The suspect then made off on foot towards the Foxall Street area.
A CCTV image has been released of a man police want to speak to a man in connection with their enquiries, after what they called a 'concerning incident'.
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The man is described as being white, having a stocky build, and being approximately 5ft 7/8 inches tall. He appears to be wearing a black hoodie with the hood up, with a black baseball cap underneath, with black jogging bottoms and a black mask covering his face.
Police say the man may have been seen in the area on the previous day, and are now appealing for information or anyone with CCTV, dashcam, or doorbell footage to get in touch with them.
Detective Sergeant Christopher Shannon, of Greater Manchester Police’s Rochdale Division, said: “This is a concerning incident and I want the local community to know that we are working hard to investigate the circumstances of the incident.
“Anyone with any information should get in touch with officers, as any evidence or detail could greatly assist with our investigation.”
People can get in touch with the police by calling 0161 856 8719, quoting log number 791 of 14/04/23. You can also report information online using the 'report' tool on the GMP website: www.gmp.police.uk
Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
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