RESIDENTS are being warned to be on the lookout after an asbestos cleaner was stolen from a building site.

The yellow pneumatic 250 vacuum cleaner was taken from Slater Street, Halliwell, on Tuesday night.

Police say it was full of asbestos dust and if opened could cause serious damage to health.

Officers are appealing to the offenders or anyone who has information about the stolen cleaner to come forward as soon as possible.

Call Bolton Police on 0161 872 5050 or a local police station.