Salvi’s Pizzeria Napoletana, on John Dalton Street, was shocked to find the restaurant’s door completely damaged after a break-in this morning.
CCTV footage shows two burglars smashing into the building at around 2.10am on Wednesday 10th June.
It is believed that used a block/weight taken from a building site skip opposite the property.
An iPad, cash, bottles of wine, alcohol and other items of stock were taken. The damage is expected to set Salvi’s back by around £3,000 – £4,000 and also unfortunately looking to force back plans to reopen after lockdown.
Staff were preparing to re-open the popular Manchester pizzeria as a takeaway and delivery service next week after being closed for the past few months amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, but the damage to the site means plans will inevitably be delayed.
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Speaking to the MEN regarding the burglary, Ruby Fryman, a spokesperson for Salvi’s, said: “They took the iPad, cash, stock including wine and alcohol, but the damage to the door will cost the most.”
“We were about to re-open as a takeaway and delivery next week. Everyone has been saying ‘when are you doing takeaway’. We were in the process of preparing for that [and] the iPad was in there as we were setting up to open.”
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She continued: “Obviously, the hospitality industry has been hit the hardest by this whole thing.”
“We have been trying to keep spirits up with video tutorials and cooking videos. We have been working really hard and planning for when we can reopen, and keeping our followers engaged.”
“So it feels like a kick in the teeth.”
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The burglary was reported to the Greater Manchester Police this morning and Salvi’s has thanked officers from the city centre policing team for their assistance via Twitter.
The tweet read: “Last night Salvi’s Pizzeria Napoletana was broken into”.
“Obviously we are gutted but as always we’ll bounce back. If anyone saw anything at all on John Dalton Street please contact us!”
“Thanks to @GMPCityCentre for all your help this morning”.
Last night Salvi’s Pizzeria Napoletana was broken into! Obviously we are gutted but as always we’ll bounce back! If anyone saw anything at all on John Dalton Street please contact us! Thanks to @GMPCityCentre for all your help this morning. pic.twitter.com/oOVGNz0tIy
No arrests have been made yet, but police are due to review CCTV footage from neighbouring properties.
Any witnesses, or anyone with further information is asked to contact GMP on 101, or Crimestoppers, anonymously on 0800 555 111 and quote the log number 508/June 10/2020.
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Family pays tribute to ‘much-loved son’ who died after Wigan bus crash
Daisy Jackson
The family of a man who died in a tragic bus crash in Wigan have paid a moving tribute to him.
Luke Hill, 28, was involved in a collision between a bus and a motorbike earlier this month, and sadly passed away in hospital the following morning.
The incident occurred on the Wigan Road junction of Alexandra Road, at around 11.54pm on Thursday 6 August – and GMP are still appealing for members of the public to come forward with CCTV, dashcam, or information.
The driver of the bus remained at the scene following the crash, and continues to support police with their investigation.
Paying tribute to Luke, his family described him as a ‘rock and much-loved part of the family’.
His mother said that living without him feels like a ‘terrible nightmare’.
Paying tribute, Luke’s mum, Sharon, has said: “Luke was my son, my rock, and a much-loved part of our family. There are simply no words to describe the pain of losing a son, especially in such a tragic way.
“It still doesn’t feel real. I keep expecting this terrible nightmare to end and for you to be here with us again.
“Luke was a beloved son, brother, uncle, nephew and grandson. He meant so much to so many people, and he will be deeply missed by all his family and friends.
“We miss you more than words could ever say. The pain of losing you is something we will carry with us forever, but so will the love and memories you gave us.
“The whole family is deeply saddened by this heartbreaking loss. We kindly ask that everyone respects our privacy and allows us the time and space we need to grieve.
“You will never be forgotten, Luke.
“We love you and miss you so much.”
Officers are continuing to appeal for any witnesses who may have seen the moments leading up to this incident, or anyone who has mobile phone or dash cam footage, to come forward and assist the investigation.
Anyone with information can contact police via 0161 856 4741 or our Live Chat at gmp.police.uk, quoting the log number 4225 of 06/08/2026.
Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
Government issues UK-wide temporary ban on sale of disposable barbecues due to wildfire risk
Emily Sergeant
A temporary ban on the sale of disposable barbecues has been issued nationwide.
Following the UK’s fourth heatwave of the summer, and as many regions declare drought conditions, the Government has made the decision to issue a temporary ban on the sale of disposable barbecues due to wildfire risk.
A disposable barbecue is defined as a fuel tray or grill grid that includes charcoal fuel ‘sufficient to provide cooking temperature for the duration of a single cooking episode’.
Earlier this week, Prime Minister Andy Burnham described the UK as a ‘tinderbox’ and urged ‘all retailers big and small’ to withdraw the sale of disposable barbecues to prevent further wildfires, but following the shocking scenes in Stourbridge which raged overnight, it appears this has been escalated to a formal temporary ban.
The ban applies to all producers and distributors of the product – including retailers that make disposable barbecues available on the British market – and includes online sales too.
A Government statement reads: “During the current drought and heatwave conditions, the Government considers that the supply and subsequent foreseeable use of disposable barbecues poses a significant risk to the public, and the environment, and therefore cannot be considered a safe product.
“They should not be made available for supply either in store or online at the current time.
“These guidelines will be kept under review, and will be withdrawn in consultation with relevant departments and agencies, as weather conditions change sufficiently to significantly reduce the risks.”
The Manc -
10th June 2020 
