Man took woman's vehicle
Reporter: Jacob Metcalf
Date published: 17 March 2017
A THUG thought to be carrying a gun mugged a woman of her handbag and phone before stealing her car.
The victim was getting into her car when she was approached by a man on Rock Street.
After he demanded the woman's handbag and phone he then went on to threaten her, forcing her to leave the black BMW 3 Series.
The offender then stole the car.
It was recovered from Kirkstone Close in Oldham and officers have been carrying out inquiries and arrested a 25-year-old man on suspicion of robbery.
He has been bailed until April 18.
The police are appealing for anyone who may have details on the incident at 12.10am on February 15, to come forward.
Call police on 0161 856-4024 or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800-555 111.
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