Parcel Delivery Driver Threatened and Robbed in Swinton Layby

At 5.15pm on Sunday, 20 November, a 33-year-old parcel delivery driver was forced to hand over parcels after a chilling hijack in Swinton.

Dark Transit Van Stalks Driver in Golden Smithies Lane Layby

The man had pulled into a layby on Golden Smithies Lane in his black Volkswagen Golf for a break. Suddenly, a dark-coloured Transit van, registration starting with ‘K’, pulled up behind him.

Three white men jumped out, dressed head to toe in dark clothes with faces covered. They threatened the driver before stealing several parcels from his vehicle.

Police Seek Witnesses and Dashcam Footage

Did you see anything suspicious around Golden Smithies Lane that Sunday afternoon? Do you have dashcam footage of the van or the suspects?

The police want to hear from anyone with information. Contact them via webchat, their online portal, or call 101 quoting incident number 992 of 20 November 2022.

Give Tips Anonymously to Crimestoppers

You can also report anonymously through Crimestoppers by visiting www.crimestoppers-uk.org or calling 0800 555 111.

Help catch these masked thieves and keep your area safe.

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