ARMED robbers fled empty handed after a raid on a Prestwich off-licence.

Several men, all wearing balaclava face masks, burst into the Victoria Wine store in Butterstile Lane at 6.30pm on Wednesday night (Aug 9).

They threatened a 34-year-old female shop assistant before trying to force their way behind the counter. They were disturbed and fled, making off in a white Vauxhall Calibre. No-one was injured.

Anyone with any information should contact Whitefield CID on 0161 856 8248 or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.