Gang try to rob 61-year-old man
POLICE are appealing for witnesses following an attempted robbery on a 61-year-old man.
The incident happened in Royle Street, Northwich at 9.10pm on Sunday, January 31.
Det Con Martin Regan said: "The victim was walking into Northwich town centre when he was approached by a large group of men who asked the victim for money while producing a weapon.
"Thankfully the victim suffered no injuries and managed to get away from the group and contacted the police."
Anyone with information is urged to contact Cheshire police on 101, quoting incident 787 of 31/01/2016.
Alternatively call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.
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