ARMED robbers struck at a shop in Hindley.

Police were called to Long Lane Stores just after 8.30pm last night.

Two men, both wearing balaclavas went into the shop armed with a machete. One of the men threatened the two staff inside and forced them into the back room while the other man stole a small amount of cash from the till.

The men then ran off towards Alders Green Road.

The man with the machete was white aged 20/30, approximately 5'10" wearing a dark blue top with horizontal stripes.

No one was injured during the incident.

Anyone with information should call Leigh CID on 0161 856 7254.