POLICE are investigating a major theft from the Amazon distribution centre at Over Hulton after a stash of electronic goods and £250,000 in cash were discovered at a property.

A man in his 30s has been arrested on suspicion of theft and money laundering but has since been bailed pending further police enquires.

Police say they received a report of theft from the distribution centre on Wednesday last week in relation to the loss of a large quantity of stock including high value tech and mobile phone products.

A man was arrested the following day and a search multiple gadgets and the cash were found during a search.

The investigation is continuing.

Det Supt Christopher Bridge of Bolton police, said: "Following a report of the theft of a significant amount of products from Amazon we launched a full investigation to identify the responsible person or persons.

"Thanks to the cooperation from Amazon throughout the investigation, our officers were swiftly able to arrest one male in connection with the theft and this is a prime example of some excellent and supportive partnership work.

"Although we do have one man on bail currently I would stress that our investigation and enquiries will remain ongoing and anyone who have any information should get in touch with police."

Anyone with information should contact police on 0161 856 5757 or 101 quoting incident number 2204 of 02/08/21.

Alternatively details can be passed via the LiveChat function at www.gmp.police.uk or independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.