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A woman was targeted after opening her door to a man in a terrifying clown mask on Halloween in Rochdale . Police were called after it was reported the victim, a 75-year-old woman, answered the door to a man at around 7.10pm at her home on Birch Road. It was reported that he asked for a drink before then following the woman into her address and taking several items before running away. Join the Manchester Evening News WhatsApp group HERE He took a red purse along with the her mother’s wedding ring, which is of sentimental value, which may have since been discarded, Greater Manchester Police said. The force is now appealing for information regarding the burglary on October 31 amid ongoing investigations. The victim is said to have been unhurt but left 'shocked and upset'. And an image of a man that police would like to speak to has been released, as it is believed he could help with their enquiries. Detective Sergeant Ruth Thompson, from GMP’s Rochdale district, said: “This was a shocking incident, which has left a woman feeling unsafe in her own home. “She has spent many years helping the homeless and working for local charities, so it is particularly grim that someone would exploit her goodwill. "While I appreciate the image quality isn't the greatest, I hope that someone may recognise the costume and it jogs their memory. “I would urge anyone with information to please get in touch with us. We have already undertaken multiple enquiries and the public’s assistance could greatly benefit our investigation.” You can contact police via 101 or the Live Chat service at gmp.police.uk , quoting log 3012 of 31/10/25. Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111. --- Day in day out, our reporters in the Manchester Evening News newsroom bring you remarkable stories from all aspects of Mancunian life. However, with the pace of life these days, the frenetic news agenda and social media algorithms, you might not be getting a chance to read it. That's why every week our Features and Perspectives editor Rob Williams brings you Unmissable , highlighting the best of what we do - bringing it to you directly from us. Make sure you don't miss out, and see what else we have to offer, by clicking here and signing up for MEN Daily News. And be sure to join our politics writer Jo Timan every Sunday for his essential commentary on what matters most to you in Greater Manchester each week in our newsletter Due North. You can also sign up for that here. You can also get all your favourite content from the Manchester Evening News on WhatsApp. Click here to see everything we offer, including everything from breaking news to Coronation Street . If you prefer reading our stories on your phone, consider downloading the Manchester Evening News app here, and our news desk will make sure every time an essential story breaks, you'll be the first to hear about it. And finally, if there is a story you think our journalists should be looking into, we want to hear from you. Email us on newsdesk@men-news.co.uk or give us a ring on 0161 211 2920.
