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Woman’s wedding ring snatched in Wigan

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A woman’s wedding ring from her late husband was stolen in Wigan.

Shortly before 6.40pm on Friday 1 December 2017, police were called to reports of a robbery on Worsley Mesnes Drive.

The 60-year-old woman had been walking her dogs when two men on bikes approached her.

Both got off their bikes and one of them pushed the woman to the floor, at which point they stole her wedding and engagement ring from her late husband.

The woman was left with minor injuries as a result of the fall and the offenders fled from the scene.

They are described as being in their late teens, around 5ft9inches tall and wearing hooded jumpers.

Sergeant Melanie Roberts of GMP’s Wigan borough, said: “These men have taken the victim’s wedding rings from her late husband, something no money could ever replace.

“They snatched the rings seeing their financial value, but have overlooked the deep sentimental value these cherished rings have.

“I’m asking for the public’s help in sharing any information that could help us find the people responsible, and more importantly, her beloved rings.

“If you were in the area last Friday evening, or saw two young men on bikes that were acting suspiciously, please get in touch with police.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 0161 856 7224 or 101, quoting incident number 1648 of 01/12/17. Reports can also be made anonymously through the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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