Urgent appeal issued as police want to speak to this man

An investigation is ongoing

Police have issued an urgent appeal to find a man they wish to speak to in connection with a theft in Manchester.

Officers investigating the theft of a parcel on Stockport Road, in Longsight, have released a CCTV image.

Greater Manchester Police says the man could have vital information to help officers with their investigation.

The incident took place at 9am on Saturday, March 29. No arrests have been made so far and enquiries are ongoing.

Inspector Natalie McDonald, from GMP’s Manchester Central neighbourhood team, said: “We are continuing to investigate this incident after it was reported to us.

"After exploring lines of evidence, including CCTV and conducting door-to-door enquiries we have identified a person who we would like to identify and speak to in connection with this incident.

"We appreciate the image is not of the best quality, but if anyone has any information, please call 0161 856 3481 or 101 quoting incident 660 of March 31, 2025.

"Alternatively, details can be passed on anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."

---

Day in day out, our reporters in the Manchester Evening News newsroom bring you remarkable stories from all aspects of Mancunian life. However, with the pace of life these days, the frenetic news agenda and social media algorithms, you might not be getting a chance to read it.

That's why every week our Features and Perspectives editor Rob Williams brings you Unmissable, highlighting the best of what we do - bringing it to you directly from us. Make sure you don't miss out, and see what else we have to offer, by clicking here and signing up for MEN Daily News.

And be sure to join our politics writer Jo Timan every Sunday for his essential commentary on what matters most to you in Greater Manchester each week in our newsletter Due North. You can also sign up for that here.

You can also get all your favourite content from the Manchester Evening News on WhatsApp. Click here to see everything we offer, including everything from breaking news to Coronation Street.

If you prefer reading our stories on your phone, consider downloading the Manchester Evening News app here, and our news desk will make sure every time an essential story breaks, you'll be the first to hear about it.

And finally, if there is a story you think our journalists should be looking into, we want to hear from you. Email us on newsdesk@men-news.co.uk or give us a ring on 0161 211 2920.