Man pulls out 'large knife' during attempted robbery in Colchester
The man tried to steal another man’s mobile phone
A man has tried to steal another man’s mobile phone in Colchester and pulled out a 'large knife' when confronted.
The victim, who is in his 20s, was approached from behind by another man in Hythe Hill at around 1.10am today (19 June).
The man tried to steal the victim’s phone and when he was confronted produced what has been described as a large knife.
He has been described as black, around 5ft 9ins tall, with shoulder-length dreadlocked hair and wearing a black top and jeans.
Anybody with information can submit a report online or use the 'Live Chat' button to speak to an online operator between 7am and 11pm, quoting crime reference number 42/117239/21.
Alternatively, call police on 101 or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.