At around 9.30pm on New Years Eve, a 16-year-old boy who was walking down Featherstall Road North was targeted by thugs who police say demanded his bag and threatened him. The schoolboy refused and was subsequently hit to the head - the suspects then fled the scene taking his bag. A spokesman for Greater Manchester Police said: "Officers are appealing to the public for any further information and in particular are looking to speak to the four individuals in the images, as officers believe they may have further information regarding this incident that could help with the investigation. "Information can be shared by calling 101 quoting log number 2954 of 31/12/2023. "You can also report information to GMP's website using the ‘tell us about’ tool: www.gmp.police.uk"Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers - anonymously – on 0800 555 111."

Source: The Times January 28, 2024 18:35 UTC