Three men rob bookmakers with axe
Three men armed with an axe have robbed a bookmakers in Greater Manchester.
The Betfred shop on Brooklands Road, Sale, was targeted at around 2pm on Tuesday.
The men threatened the two staff and three customers before stealing cash. They also stole money and mobile telephones from staff.
The three, described as teenagers, fled in a black, three-door VW Golf, driven by a fourth man. They were all wearing masks and dark clothing.
Anyone with information about the robbery is asked to call Trafford CID on 0161 856 7674 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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