Police hunt shop raider

POLICE are hunting for a robber armed with a baseball bat who stole cash from a terrified shop assistant.

The attack took place at the Haggate Storei in Middleton Road, Royton, where the thug demanded money before fleeing with hundreds of pounds in cash and £50 in £1 coins.

The raider was white, around 5ft 9 tall, of medium build and in his 20s. He wore a black woollen balaclava with a peak, a jacket, and had a strong local accent.

Police are appealing for information about the robbery or the attacker. The incident happened at around 5.50pm on Saturday.

Call police on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.