Man in his 70s robbed in Bournemouth
The offender left the scene when the victim shouted for help
A man in his 70s has been knocked to the ground and robbed off his wallet in Bournemouth.
The victim was approached by a man on a bike, just before 1.00am last Tuesday morning (22nd August) in Wellington Road.
The offender left the scene, in the direction of Lidl, when the victim shouted out for help.
A 42 year old man from Bournemouth has been arrested on suspicion of robbery.
He's been released on bail while enquiries continue.
PC Jo Morgan, of Boscombe Neighbourhood Policing Team, said:
“I am appealing to anyone who saw or heard any suspicious activity in the area to please come forward.
“In particular, I understand there were a number of vehicles on Holdenhurst Road, including two taxis that were stationary in Lidl car park at the time of the incident, and I would urge the drivers to please get in touch if they have any relevant dashcam footage.”
If you can help with any information, you're asked to contact Dorset Police on 101, quoting reference number 55230132481.
You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.