Police want to speak to this man after hundreds of pounds stolen from charity boxes at mosque
manchestereveningnews.co.ukHundreds of pounds was stolen from charity boxes at a mosque in Tameside. A man is reported to have walked into Ashton Central Mosque on Hillgate Street in Ashton-under-Lyne on Monday 9 September 2024 between 5:30am and 8:45am.
He took several charity donation boxes containing an estimated £400. It is also believed he tried to gain entry to the mosque's admin office, causing £600 worth of damage to doors and frames in the process, Greater Manchester Police (GMP) said. "Officers believe this could be linked with several similar burglaries across the country" the force added in a statement.
It was accompanied by an image of a man officers would like to speak to. READ MORE: Gunshots fired in two 'targeted' attacks with streets taped off and major police scenes in place "Officers are appealing to speak to this man as we believe he can assist with investigations," they said. "If you saw anything suspicious on Hillgate street between 5:30am and 8:45am, or anyone with information, is encouraged to call 101 quoting Log 1254 of 09/09/2024" they said. "Alternatively, you can remain anonymous by contacting our independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111" they added.
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