MASKED robbers armed with metal bars stole £1,000 cash in a raid at Kentucky Fried Chicken, Bury New Road, Prestwich.

Two men walked into the premises at 8.30pm on Friday and threatened a 20-year-old assistant before escaping in a waiting car with the contents of a safe. Police are appealing for witnesses to contact Bury CID on 0161 856 8150.