Police appeal after robbers leave man with serious injuries

Three offenders went into a shop with a weapon

Police are appealing for information after a man was left in a serious condition in North Manchester.

At around 3pm on Tuesday 14 August 2018, police were called by the ambulance service to reports of a robbery on Cheetham Hill Road.

Three offenders had gone into the shop with a weapon, assaulted two people inside, before stealing a large amount of money from inside.

They are believed to have fled in a silver car.

A man in his 60s was left with serious injuries and was taken to hospital for treatment, where he remains.

Enquiries into the full circumstances around this incident are ongoing.

Detective Inspector Andy Buckthorpe of GMP’s City of Manchester Division, said: “This robbery took place in a busy shopping area in broad daylight- someone must have seen the men in the lead up to this terrifying incident.

“While this man recovers from his serious injuries, our team of detectives are following a number of enquiries.

“You will see officers in the area this evening and for the remainder of this week, and I’d encourage anyone with information to speak to them directly.

“Alternatively, you can speak to our officers on 0161 856 1146 quoting incident number 1165 of 14/08/18.”

Reports can also be made anonymously though the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Do you have a story for us? Want to tell us about something going on in and around Oldham? Let us know by emailing news@oldham-chronicle.co.uk , calling our Oldham-based newsroom on 0161 633 2121 , tweeting us @oldhamchronicle or messaging us through our Facebook page. All contact will be treated in confidence.