A HAUL of 1,000 Ventolin inhalers was stolen from a car in Farnworth yesterday.

The inhalers were taken from a beige Vauxhall Astra parked outside First Stop DIY in King Street at about 10am.

Police have warned that the inhalers could be dangerous if used to excess. Anyone with information should contact Bolton police on 0161 872 5050.

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