Police in Bury have launched an investigation after a robbery at a convenience store, during which a suspect is believed to have brandished a handgun.

The incident happened at 10.15pm last night at a shop in Hardwick Lane.

A police spokesman said: “The suspect snatched the till which has since been recovered. We don’t know if threats were made. We are not aware of any injuries and no shots were fired.”

Anyone with any information can contact police on 101.