Robbery on the busway

The 30-year-old was on the busway at the junction of Clifton Road on October 7 when four men approached him from behind and threatened him with a belt.

They demanded he emptied his pockets so he handed over a small amount of cash and his reading glasses, before being punched in the face which caused him to fall to the floor.

The group then ran off as the victim lay on the floor at about 2.45pm.

The offenders were all Asian and unfortunately the victim has not been able to provide a full description of them.

Det Con Richard Cunningham said: “I am keen to speak with a passing cyclist who stopped to assist the victim and would urge anyone who was in the area at the time of the robbery to come forward and talk to us. Even the smallest piece of information could help.”

If you have information relating to this incident, contact Det Con Cunningham, in confidence, on 01582 394471, the non-emergency number 101, or text information to 07786 200011.

Alternatively contact independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111, or online at crimestoppers-uk.org.