1.10 PM Saturday 18 May 2013

E-fits released after two boys robbed in Boscombe

Detectives investigating a robbery in Boscombe are appealing for anyone with information to contact them urgently – with officers releasing e-fits of the two offenders.

E-fit images of two men police wish to speak with following a robbery in the Boscombe area of BournemouthThe incident, in which two local boys aged 14 and 15 were assaulted and had personal belongings stolen, happened at around 1am on Saturday 2 June 2012 on Christchurch Road.

The victims were approached by two men who led them down a side road before demanding they hand over their mobile phones, a Superdry shoulder bag, a hooded jumper and a set of keys.

Having done this, one of the boys was then punched in the face causing an injury to his lip.

Detective Constable Steve Griffin, of Bournemouth CID, said: “This was an unprovoked attack which has understandably shaken the two young victims.

“Following further enquiries, I am now able to release e-fits of the two men responsible.

“I am appealing to anyone who recognises these two men, or may have any information regarding the incident to contact Dorset Police as soon as possible”.

The first offender featured in the e-fits is described as a white man aged in his twenties with shaven blonde hair, and wearing dark clothing.

The second is described as a black man also aged in his mid twenties, wearing a dark hoodie with a cap underneath.

Anyone who witnessed this incident, or anyone who has any information that may assist the investigation, should contact Dorset Police on 101 quoting incident 02;35 or Crime stoppers, in confidence, on 0800 555 111.

 

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