Officers are appealing for information following reports of a robbery in Oldham Town Centre.
The incident involved two teenagers who threatened a boy and stole his bag on December 8, 2025, at around 5:30pm.
Any witnesses or anyone with information, including video footage, is urged to call police on 0161 856 8921 quoting log 2634 of 08/12/2025.
You can also report via LiveChat on the website or anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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