A security guard was assaulted as he tried to recover goods stolen from a shop in Wigan town centre
“Officers would like to speak with the man in the picture as they believe he may be able to assist with enquiries.”
Police are appealing for information about a robbery in Wigan town centre, in which a security guard was assaulted.
They have released a photograph of a man they want to speak to about the incident, which happened in the summer.
A police spokesman said: “At approximately 4pm on August 25, it is believed that an unknown man stole a variety of items from B&M Bargains in Wigan town centre.
“He was then challenged in the street by security who attempted to recover the items, but this led to the security guard being assaulted at the junction of Standishgate and Mesnes Street.
“Officers would like to speak with the man in the picture as they believe he may be able to assist with enquiries.”
Anyone with information about the man’s identity is asked to call police on 101, quoting crime reference CRI/06LL/0022473/26, or log a report at https://orlo.uk/onzzG
Calls can also be made anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.