Arrest made in Poole robbery investigation

A elderly man was targeted in Lindsay Road earlier this month

Author: Faye TryhornPublished 28th Mar 2024

An arrest has been made by police investigating a robbery against an elderly man in Poole.

The victim in his 70s was assaulted on Lindsay Road at around 3.00pm on Sunday 17th March.

A black leather pouch containing his bank card was stolen.

The card was then allegedly used fraudulently in a number of local shops.

A 34 year old man from Bournemouth has since been arrested on suspicion of robbery and fraud.

He's been released on bail while enquiries continue.

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