A SHOCKING armed robbery is reported to have taken place in Tyldesley last week.

At around 8.30pm on Thursday, March 28, Greater Manchester Police received a report of a robbery taking place at a shop on Manchester Road, Tyldesley.

The incident is reported to have involved a machete and bats and an ATM cash machine was stolen but later found nearby with nothing of value taken.

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Leigh Journal: The incident took place on March 28 on Manchester RoadThe incident took place on March 28 on Manchester Road (Image: GMP)
The suspects are believed to have left towards Sale Lane and officers are now appealing for the identification of three men they believe will help with information with the incident.

In addition, officers are also looking for further intelligence and movements around a white van (HN14 KNC), which is believed to be driven by a fourth man.

No injuries were reported and no arrests have been made as enquiries continue.

Leigh Journal: Police also want to speak with the driver of this vanPolice also want to speak with the driver of this van (Image: GMP)
Detective Constable Keiron Murphy of GMP’s Wigan district said; “Since we responded to the incident we have conducted a number of enquiries into this to identify those involved.

“We are now in a position to appeal to the public to see if they witnessed anything leading up to, during or after the robbery and if so to get in touch as any bit of detail could help us.

“Particularly if anyone has CCTV, dash cam or doorbell footage of the vehicle of interest so we can continue to track its movements.

“On this occasion despite the distress and damage caused we believe nothing of value was taken in what was a brazen attempt.

“Our work is ongoing, but we are determined to find those responsible with local patrols in place to offer reassurance to the local community.”

Leigh Journal: Police are appealing for further informationPolice are appealing for further information (Image: GMP)
Anyone with information is asked to call 0161 856 7094 or 0161 856 1814 direct, alternatively 101 can be called quoting incident 3330 of 28/04/2024. Details can also be passed on anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.