Three teens arrested following knife-point robberies in Gloucester
Three teenagers have been arrested after delivery cyclists were threatened at knife-point in Gloucester.
It follows reports of three separate incidents involving youths attempting to steal bicycles from delivery workers.
The first incident happened on Monday 13 November outside McDonald’s on Westgate Street. Where two young people pulled a knife on a delivery rider, before making off on the stolen bike.
The second happened on Friday 17 November on Gouda Way. When five teenagers threatened a worker, one of them was believed to be carrying a bladed weapon.
Two people were caught and arrested by police. Officers also recovered a samurai sword.
Five young people then attempted to steal another bike outside the same McDonald’s on Saturday 18 November.
Three boys have been arrested in the connection with the incidents. They have all been released on bail pending further enquiries.
Inspector Ash Gardner said: “These are particularly nasty attacks on delivery people who are simply trying to go about their business.
“We will not tolerate these incidents and will continue to do all we can to ensure the people of Gloucester are able to feel safe in their communities.”