Man suffers fractured arm after attempted robbery in Bristol

The victim was struck by a black pole during the incident on Saturday, March 18

Author: Oliver MorganPublished 30th Mar 2023
Last updated 30th Mar 2023

A man in his 50s has suffered a fractured arm following an attempted robbery in Bristol.

Police say the incident happened at about 07:30-07:45 on Saturday (March 18) when two unknown men threatened the victim in the Callington Road underpass, just off the A4174.

It's reported one of the unknown men was carrying a black pole, similar to a broom handle - which the victim was hit with.

He was then forced to the floor before they tried to take his e-scooter.

The two men then ran off.

A spokesperson from Avon and Somerset Police said: "They are both described as white males and in their mid-to-late teens.

"The male seen with the weapon was wearing a black tracksuit and a black top, while the other wore a tight grey tracksuit and black top.

"The victim – who is a man in his 50s – required hospital treatment for a fractured arm. He has since been discharged."

Witnesses or anyone with footage that could help with the police's investigations is asked to call 101 and quote reference number 5223063380.

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