Two men wanted as part of police investigation into knifepoint robberies at four shops in Preston and Chorley
Police have released CCTV images of two men they want to speak to as part of an investigation into knifepoint robberies in Preston and Chorley.
The first robbery happened at Premier Stores, Avenham Lane, Preston, around 7.30pm on Monday 10th November, with cash and cigarettes stolen.
Around 7.55pm on Wednesday 12th November, officers were called to the Vanikas store on Langton Street, Preston, to a report of attempted robbery where two men entered the shop and tried to force their way to the till area.
Two robberies were then reported to police within a short time of one another around 7pm on Thursday 13th November in Chorley, one at Go Local in Brindle Street, the other at the Convenience Store, Pall Mall.
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A spokesperson for Preston Police said: “Do you recognise these two men in these images? We want to speak to them as part of an investigation into knifepoint robberies at four shops in Preston and Chorley.
The spokesperson added: “We have been working to investigate these crimes, and we are now asking for your help.”
If you recognise either of the men, please call 101 – log 1243 of November 13thAlternatively contact independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers.org.In an emergency, please call 999.