POLICE are still investigating a ram raid burglary in which a large number of scratchcards were stolen from a supermarket.

A vehicle smashed into metal shutters at the front of Asda on Bolton Road, Atherton in the early hours of Friday, December 7, forcing them open.

Police say a large amount of scratchcards were stolen from the store during the break-in.

The force said: "We were called just after 1.35am on Friday to Asda on Bolton Road to reports a car had crashed into the front of the store.

"Officers attended and a man, aged 21, was arrested a short time later."

Initial reports said that a 21-year-old man was arrested in connection with the incident shortly afterwards.

However, a police spokesman has confirmed that the arrest was not in connection to this incident and said no suspects have yet been detained in the investigation.

Officers continue to appeal for information.

  • Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101 or, anonymously, via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.