Police appeal for witnesses following delivery van robbery in Nether Alderley

Friday, 19 September 2025 17:28

Police are appealing for witnesses after a delivery driver was assaulted and his van stolen in Nether Alderley, Cheshire.

Around 4.30pm on Tuesday 16th September, the van was parked on Artists Lane when the driver was approached from behind, something was sprayed into his eyes and he was assaulted.

The van was stolen and later recovered, and it was discovered that the packages due for delivery were missing.

DC Danielle Goodwin said:

“We’re appealing to anyone who was in the Artists Lane area around this time and may have Dashcam footage to contact us.”

Anyone with information should contact Cheshire Police on 101 or via the website quoting IML 2177264.

Alternatively, information can be given anonymously by contacting Crimestoppers on:

0800 555 111

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