CCTV image released as police step up investigation

Officers want to speak to these two people

Police have issued a CCTV image showing two people they wish to speak to as part of an investigation.

Greater Manchester Police has issued an appeal for further information following a theft in Oldham.

The force says a bike was stolen on Oldham Road, in Shaw and Crompton.

The incident took place at around 7pm on Sunday, April 6.

Officers have been looking into the incident over recent weeks and are now asking for the public to help identify two men.

Anyone who recognises them, or has information about what happened, is urged to come forward as soon as possible.

A GMP Oldham spokesperson said: "We want to speak to these men as we believe they can assist with investigations following the theft of a bike on Oldham Road in Shaw and Crompton on April 6, 2025, shortly before 7pm.

"Any info? Call 101 quoting log 2846 of April 6, 2025 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."

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