STURMINSTER NEWTON: Three men arrested following assault and robbery
A 15 year old boy was targeted on Thursday night (21st April)
Three men have been arrested in connection with an alleged assault and robbery in North Dorset.
A 15 year old boy was targeted in Sturminster Newton, at a bus stop on Station Road between 10.00 and 10.15pm on Thursday night (21st April).
The victim was reportedly assaulted by a male teenager and a short time later, approached by a group of people who stole his bag.
ARRESTS MADE
A 21 year old male from North Dorset has been arrested on suspicion of theft.
A 19 year old male from the Dorchester area was arrested on suspicion of theft and possession of an offensive weapon in a public place.
An 18 year old male from North Dorset has been arrested on suspicion of assault and theft - he's been released under investigation while enquiries are ongoing.
Detective Inspector Nicky Jenkins, of Weymouth CID, said:
“We are continuing to investigate these incidents and would urge any witnesses who have not already spoken to police to please get in touch.”
If you can help with any further information, you're asked to contact Dorset Police on 101, or by emailing 101@dorset.pnn.police.uk, quoting reference number 55220062872.
You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.