Man steals painkillers in knife-point robbery

A man leapt over a counter and threatened staff at knifepoint in order to steal painkillers.

At 9.40am on Tuesday 31 December 2013, a man went into Rowland’s pharmacy on Lakeland Court, Middleton.

He jumped over the dispensing cabinet and threatened a member of staff with a knife while demanding Co-codamol.

A quantity of the drug was handed over and the man ran off.

He is described as white, 6ft tall, of slim build and was wearing dark clothing and a balaclava.

Detective Constable Michael Berger, said: “These drugs can be bought over the counter for very little cost so this man’s actions smack of desperation.

“A robbery is a robbery regardless of the value or quantity of items stolen and this is a very serious offence.

“If you were in the area and saw something of note or have any information about who is responsible please get in touch.”

Anyone with information is asked to call police on 0161 856 8701, or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.