06 May 2010

Robber dons burka in Bury jeweller's shop raid

A robber posed as a woman in a burka to get past staff at a jeweller's in Greater Manchester. The man used the disguise to get into Capri Jewellers on Benson Street, Bury, on Wednesday afternoon.

As soon as he was buzzed in he let in three other men, one armed with a gun, and they stole a large amount of jewellery before escaping. Detectives said the robbery showed "detailed planning" and are appealing for information. [BBC] Read more