TWO men claiming to be roofers tricked their way into an 80-year-old Tottington woman's home to steal.
The thieves called at the woman's home in Scobell Street at noon on Thursday (Aug 3) and initially asked to speak to the pensioner's husband before claiming they needed a screwdriver to fix the lady's roof.
While one of the men escorted the woman to the back of the house, his accomplice searched the living room and grabbed a purse containing £10.
Both men are only described as white. Bury CID are investigating the incident. Anyone who can help should contact detectives on 0161 856 8150. Alternatively, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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