Police release CCTV image of a man they want to speak to in connection with a robbery in Middleton

A still from CCTV footage of the man police want to talk to

Police have released a CCTV image of a man they want to talk to in connection with a robbery at a business premises on Langley Lane in Middleton on Tuesday 11 May 2021.

A man - who was wielding a knife - entered the premises and threatened a staff member before making off with over £500. 

No employees at the business were injured in the incident but one staff member was left understandably shaken.

No arrests have been made and enquiries are ongoing.

Detective Constable Russell Clarke, of GMP's Rochdale district, said: "This was a frightening incident and we have been following a number of lines of enquiry as part of this investigation.

"We are now able to release an image of a man that we would like to speak to in connection with this robbery. He is wearing distinctive clothing and when considering his large build, we are hopeful that someone is able to identify him so he can assist us with our enquiries"

Anyone with information should contact police on 0161 856 8716, or on our website via our Live Chat function at www.gmp.police.uk, quoting incident number 1174 of 11/05/21.

Reports can also be made anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.