Police are appealing for information following a serious attempted robbery in Crewe - taking place close to the town's main park.

The incident happened At 2.30am on Sunday (October 30), when a woman was driving her car along Victoria Avenue.

As she got near to the junction with Queen Park Drive she spotted a bin in the road.

The woman heard someone shouting to another person to assault her and take the car (Crewe Police).

The woman got out to move it and heard someone shouting to another person to assault her and take the car.

The woman got back in the car and fled to safety.

The suspect is described as wearing all black clothing and a black balaclava. He was on an orange motocross type bike.

Today (November 2), Cheshire Constabulary confirmed the incident to Nub News.

Today (November 2), Cheshire Constabulary confirmed the incident to Nub News (Cheshire Constabulary).

PC Lorna Allix said: "Obviously this caused the driver great distress, but thankfully she came to no harm.

"We are making enquiries in the area and would urge anyone with CCTV or dashcam footage that may help with our investigation to contact us.

"The same goes for anyone who has any information which could help us find those responsible."

Anyone with information should contact Cheshire Police on 101 or via its website quoting IML 1400542.

Anyone with information should contact Cheshire Police on 101 or via its website quoting IML 1400542.

Alternatively, information can be given anonymously by contacting Crimestoppers on: 0800 555 111.

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