CCTV released following armed robbery at Spindles Town Square Shopping Centre

Date published: 27 October 2021


Police have released pictures of a man they want to speak to in connection with an armed robbery at Spindles Town Square Shopping Centre on Monday.

Police were called to reports of an armed robbery at a shop at around 10am.

Two men had entered the shop before threatening staff with a screwdriver and making off with a quantity of cash.

No one was injured however it's understood staff were left shaken by the incident.

The offenders made off in a grey Suzuki Swift.

CCTV shows the man wearing a red top, a dark coloured jacket and a beanie hat.  He is wearing light coloured jeans or trousers.

Detective Constable Zulqarnain Tanweer, of GMP's Oldham division, said: "This was a terrifying incident in which innocent staff members were threatened with weapons.

"We have been following a number of CCTV enquiries which has lead us to be able to release these images of an individual we want to speak to.

"If anyone has any information that could help us to identify this man please get in touch with police."

Anyone with information should contact police on 01618569059, quoting log number 849 of 25/10/2021.

Alternatively, information can be given anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

No arrests have been made and enquiries are ongoing.


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