Teen Arrested After Knife-Point Car Robbery Involving Mum and Baby
Knife-Point Carjacking Sparks Police Hunt
Greater Manchester Police rushed to Mytham Road, Bolton, at around 5pm yesterday following reports of a terrifying knife-point robbery. A young mum and her baby were targeted in a daylight carjacking that sent shockwaves through the community.
Chase Ends In Crash and Arrest in Manchester
Just two and a half hours later, officers spotted the suspected stolen vehicle on Great Western Street, Manchester. A quick response led to a road traffic collision and the arrest of a 17-year-old teen. The youth remains in custody, questioned on suspicion of robbery.
Police Appeal For Dashcam Footage
Detective Sergeant Carla Deighton from Bolton district said, “We’re treating this incident very seriously. Thanks to fast work from our officers, a suspect has been detained. We’ve boosted high-visibility patrols to keep local people safe.”
She added, “We understand this will cause concern. We’re working hard to bring justice to a victim simply going about their day.”
Detectives urgently want to hear from anyone who witnessed either incident or captured footage of a dark grey Seat Cupra, registration XL02 DEC, on dashcams between 5pm and 7.30pm. The vehicle was seen travelling from Bolton to Manchester during this two-hour window.
Got Info? Call Police Now
If you have any information or footage, contact the Neighbourhood Priority Crime Team on 0161 856 5684. Quote log 2272 of 01/11/22.
