CCTV clue in bookies raid
Date published: 22 September 2008
MASKED raiders stole a large amount of money from a Westwood bookies after forcing their way into the shop.
The gang broke into Ladbrokes in Featherstall Road North at 9.45am on Thursday, September 18, as the manager was opening up.
They took the 24-year-old victim into the back of the shop and demanded money before fleeing on foot towards Rochdale Road.
Detective Constable Natalie Brennan, from Oldham CID, said: “We’ve managed to recover excellent CCTV footage of the offenders, one of whom is wearing a distinctive Adidas jumper.
“I would ask people to look carefully at these pictures and if you think you may recognise either of them please get in touch.”
Anyone with information should call 0161-856 8951, or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
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