Police appeal after terrifying armed robbery on two men returning home from night out

Police are appealing for information after a 'terrifying' armed robbery in Alderley Edge on two men returning home from a night out.

At around 12.15am this morning, Sunday 10 September, the two men were returning home when they were approached by two unknown men wearing face coverings and black clothing on Heyes Lane, Cheshire Police have said.

The offenders chased the men down the street causing one, a 39-year-old man, to fall – he was then hit to the head with a machete. The offenders took the victim’s jewellery that he was wearing before fleeing the scene.

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The victim sustained serious facial injuries and a wound to his head. He remains in hospital and is receiving treatment.

The two unknown males are described as 6ft tall with slim builds and had local Cheshire/Manchester accents.

Enquiries in relation to the incident are ongoing and detectives are urging anyone with any information to come forward.

Detective Inspector Victoria Shelton said: “This was a terrifying incident that left both victims extremely shaken up and I would like to reassure residents that we are doing everything we can to establish the identities of those involved so that they can be brought to justice.

“There will be an increased police presence in the area and we would urge anyone with any concerns to speak to an officer.

“As part of the investigation I am keen to hear from anyone who was in the area at the time of the incident and thinks they have witnessed something suspicious, or even may have seen the offenders before or after the robbery.

“The same goes for anyone who thinks they may have CCTV or dashcam footage which may aid our investigation.”