CCTV VIDEO: Thief Robs Failsworth Post Office By Climbing Through Ceiling, Post Office Robbed Through Roof Thief Robs Failsworth Post Office By Climbing Through Ceiling, Post Office Robbed Through Roof Thief Robs Failsworth Post Office By Climbing Through Ceiling, Post Office Robbed Through Roof The raider initially demands money from the staff working behind the counter, before trying to force open doors at either side. This desperate Christmas Eve thief was caught on CCTV trying FOUR different ways to rob a post office. The raider first demands money from the staff working behind the counter, before trying to force open doors at either side. He then picks up a National Lottery ticket stand and flings it towards the protective glass which was damaged but not broken. Finally the thief removed ceiling tiles, allowing him to eventually climb behind the glass screen and drop into the secure area. By this time the staff at the Watchcote Post Office on Oldham Road, Failsworth, Greater Manchester, had activated the panic alarm. The thief - described as being white, of a pale complexion, about 6ft tall, of a slim build and in his 20s - fled with a small amount of cash. He was also said to have wide, pale blue eyes and was wearing a black woollen balaclava and thick black gloves. The incident occurred at 11am. Officers also believe the man was pacing about outside the Post Office prior to the robbery and made several comments about his financial position. That includes comments about not being able to buy Christmas presents for children and something else along the lines of "I have no money, may as well do the Post Office". Detective Constable Tony Anwas said: "This CCTV paints perfectly the picture of just how desperate this man was to get his hands on some cash. "I believe he has made a spur of the moment decision to rob the Post Office, and has executed his plan in a rushed and ham-fisted manner. "We believe he was pacing about beforehand and making several comments about his dire financial position and inability to afford Christmas gifts. "If you were outside and saw or spoke to this person we really need to hear from you. "We also need to hear from anyone who knows who the person responsible is or who, having viewed the CCTV, recognises someone from the build of the man, the way he has walked or the clothing worn." Anyone with information is asked to call police on 101 or the independent charity Crimestopppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111. https://www.youtube.com/user/newpunjabiak47

• published: 09 Jan 2014
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