Boy, 16, left with knife wounds after younger boys try to steal his phone

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New Street in Shawclough

A 16-year-old boy was left with knife wounds requiring hospital treatment after two younger boys tried to steal his phone.

Officers are appealing for information that could help identify two boys involved in a robbery on New Street in Shawclough at approximately 3.45pm on Sunday 9 July.

It was reported two boys, aged between 10 and 14 were engaged in an altercation whilst attempting to steal a phone from another boy, thought to be around 16, leaving him with knife wounds requiring hospital treatment.

Thankfully these injuries are not thought to be serious or life threatening, with the teenage boy in a stable condition.

Following the incident, the boys fled towards Falinge Park.

Leading the investigation, Detective Inspector Sam Taylor said; “We appreciate that incidents of this nature can be worrying for local residents to hear about, however I want to provide reassurance that we are exploring numerous lines of enquiry to identify the two boys thought to be responsible for this robbery.

“This is being treated as an isolated incident at this time, however if anyone has any concerns, they should contact Rochdale CID policing team.”

Anyone with information that could assist the investigation should contacting 0161 856 8719 or 0161 856 8756 quoting log 2183 of 08/07/23.

Alternatively, if you wish to remain anonymous, you can provide information via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.