Teenager robbed in broad daylight in Poole

He also suffered a head injury that needed medical treatment

Author: Faye TryhornPublished 26th Oct 2022

A man in his late teens has been robbed and assaulted in broad daylight in Poole.

The victim was sat on a bench outside Cobham Sports Centre and Social Club when he was attacked at around 2.30pm on Monday last week (17th October).

It's reported two people ran behind him, with a pair of male offenders assaulting him, taking his phone and running away.

The victim needed medical treatment for a head injury.

PC Thomas James, of Poole police, said:

“An investigation is underway and I am appealing to any witnesses, or any motorists who may have captured anything of relevance on dashcam, to please get in touch.

“I understand a number of members of the public came to the victim’s aid following the incident and I would ask them to please come forward as they may hold important information to assist my enquiries.”

Anyone who can help with any information is asked to contact Dorset Police on 101, or visit their website, quoting reference number 55220169259.

You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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