THREE people arrested following an aggravated burglary have been released on police bail pending further enquiries.

The break in happened at around 2.15am yesterday, in Goldings Crescent, Vange.

Two men aged 28 and 19 were assaulted by suspects wearing Halloween-style masks at knifepoint during a terrifying raid.

The suspects stole jewellery, money and a mobile phone, however the victims were not seriously injured.

A 21-year-old man of no fixed address was arrested on suspicion of aggravated burglary while a 16-year-old boy from Leigh and a 23-year-old man of no fixed address were arrested on suspicion of aggravated burglary and possession of drugs.

The three arrested will return on bail on January 12.