Police appeal for dash cam footage after knifepoint burglary in Oldham

Tuesday, 21 November 2023 at 12:30

By Simon Drury

Suspects pictured outside the address on Old Road

Police are appealing for dash cam footage following an aggravated burglary in Oldham.

At around 4pm on Tuesday 7 November 2023, the victim was closing the shutters at a unit on Old Road when two offenders grabbed him from behind and threatened him with a knife.

The victim managed to elbow one of them and make off.

Officers are now appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident to come forward and assist their investigation.

Information can be shared via 0161 856 4521, quoting log 1290 of 7/11/23.

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

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

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Police appeal for dash cam footage after knifepoint burglary in Oldham

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