Intruder discovered under dining table in Royton burglary

An elderly man in Royton discovered an intruder hiding under his dining table during a burglary at his home, according to an article published on 17 February 2026 by Theoldhamtimes. The incident was described as "horrific" in local coverage of the break-in.

Homeowners should ensure they thoroughly check all rooms and hiding places if they discover signs of a break-in, and contact police immediately rather than confronting an intruder.

Source : Theoldhamtimes