A thug threatened a shop worker in Heywood with a knife before stealing cash and tobacco. The terrifying incident happened at the Premier Convenience Store on Middleton Road at around 7.10am this morning (Saturday).
Police said a man went into the shop and threatened a worker with a knife. He then demanded that money be handed over from the till. READ MORE: LIVE 'Armed police' called after 25-year-old man stabbed in Bury -latest updates The suspect fled the scene with cash and tobacco.
Officers believe he headed in the direction of Manchester Road towards Heywood town centre. Get the latest updates from across Greater Manchester direct to your inbox with the free MEN newsletter You can sign up very simply by following the instructions
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