Police issue witness appeal after 67-year-old woman is the victim of violent robbery

Police are appealing to the public for information following a robbery on Clayton Hall Road in North Manchester at around 12.55pm yesterday (Friday).

It has been established that an unknown male suspect, dressed in black clothing approached the victim from behind, dragging her to the floor before stealing her handbag before making off towards Stanton Street.

A 67-year-old woman was taken to hospital with injuries to her leg and shoulder.

These are described as serious and will require surgery.

There have been no arrests made at this stage and enquiries are ongoing.

Police are particularly keen to speak to the man pictured (above), as they may have further information that may help with the investigation.

Anyone with CCTV, doorbell, or dashcam footage that could aid in identifying and locating those responsible, should report this directly to GMP. 

Detective Sergeant Terina Arthern said: “This incident is a really sad one where an elderly lady has had her bag taken from her, while she was out conducting her daily business, causing no one any harm.

“The officers on the scene made sure she was as comfortable as she possibly could be until our colleagues from the North West Ambulance Service took her to hospital.

“She is currently awaiting surgery to the injuries she sustained during this incident, which will undoubtedly be life-changing for her at this stage in her life.

“We are exploring all possible lines of enquiry and every bit of information we receive will allow us to build a timeline before and after the incident.

“If you are the person in the picture or know the person in the picture, please make contact with us, as we believe this person could play a key part in assisting us with our enquiries.”

Information can be shared by calling GMP on 0161 856 3395 / 1146 quoting log number 1467 of 09/02/2024.

You can also report information to GMP's website using the ‘tell us about’ tool: www.gmp.police.uk

Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers - anonymously - on 0800 555 111.

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