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Adam Maidment

CCTV appeal after woman targeted at cash machine in attempted robbery

Police have released CCTV footage of a man they would like to speak to in relation to an attempted robbery earlier this month where a woman was approached after using a cash machine in Salford.

The incident took place at a cash machine at the Go Local store on Littleton Road between 6.20-6.30pm on Thursday, February 2.

The woman reported she was approached by a black male, who was wearing all dark clothing and was also wearing no shoes.

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The man attempted to steal £20 from the woman after she withdrew money from the machine. He then ran away towards Stamford Road.

Police have released the CCTV footage in the hope of identifying the man who they are looking to speak to in relation to the incident. Anyone with information is asked to get in touch with police directly.

A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Police said: “Officers are now appealing for help from the public in identifying this man captured in CCTV and who officers would like to speak to in connection with the robbery.

Police have released CCTV footage of an attempted robbery in Salford (Greater Manchester Police)

“If you were in the area of Littleton Road or Stamford Road in Salford on 2 February between 18:20 and 18:40pm, or if you have footage - including dashcam or CCTV - that could help with enquiries please make contact.”

Anyone with information can contact police on 0161 856 5063 or via their website, quoting log 2810-02022023.

Alternatively, information can be shared anonymously with the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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