BURGLARS made off with a vehicle from a property after they stole the keys after breaking in.
In the early hours of January 13 between 2am and 2.30am, three "unknown males" entered Crab Tree Lane in Atherton, and gained entry to a residential property.
They took the keys and the vehicle registered to the address.
One of the offenders was riding a red off road, Motorcross bike and the other two offenders were on a pedal bike.
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Greater Manchester Police said there has been an increase in residential burglaries reported.
In a statement after the Crab Tree Lane break-in, police said: "This has devastated the residents of the street and has caused great concern to the victims of this crime.
"Please be vigilant and ensure all properties are secure and if you see anything unusual or suspicious ring 101, or in the case of an emergency 999."
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