TWO masked robbers who burst into a convenience store and threatened staff with a knife and hammer before stealing cash and cigarettes are being hunted by police.

Images have been released by Greater Manchester Police of the men who entered the Premier shop on Sandy Lane in Hindley in an attempt to track them down.

PC Amelia Trimble from GMP’s Wigan borough, said: “We have conducted extensive enquiries and have done all that we can to identify these two men.

"Unfortunately we have not had any positive leads.

“I am hoping by issuing these images, someone’s memory might be triggered and they might have a vital bit of information that could help us catch those responsible.

“The men’s faces are mainly covered, but one in particular is wearing a distinctive hoodie with what looks like a skull on it.

“I am hoping someone might recognise this and get in touch.”

The robbery took place at 9pm on September 25.

Anyone with any information about the incident should contact the police on 101 or 0161 856 7292 quoting incident number 2,163 of September 25.

Alternatively, you could contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.