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Appeal following robbery on Saffron Lane
Posted on 26/08/08

Officers are appealing for witnesses after a robbery on Saffron Lane.
The incident happened at around 10.40am on Monday August 18, 2008 as the 67-year-old victim was leaving her place of work on Saffron Lane with some takings to pay into the bank.
As she was getting into her car parked on nearby Sheridan Street putting the bag with the money on the passenger seat, a man suddenly opened the passenger door and attempted to steal the bag.
The victim grabbed the bag and got out of the car before running along Saffron Lane towards Knighton Lane Road East.
The man chased after her before punching her in the chest and stealing the money. He made with the carrier bag, containing a substantial amount of cash, along Sheridan Street.
The victim was not injured during the incident.
The suspect is described as black, aged between 20 and 30-years-old, around 5'6" tall and of slim build. He was wearing a black tracksuit and black knitted hat with multi-coloured stripes on side and front.
PC Thomas Longden, who is investigating the incident, said: "Thankfully the victim was not injured during the incident but she has been left extremely upset by what happened.
"Saffron Lane is a busy route into the city at this time of the morning so we are hoping anyone who did witness this incident or has information regarding the person involved will get in touch.
"We are especially keen to speak to a DHL delivery driver who witnessed the incident and chased the suspect before losing sight of him. If you are that man, please come and speak with us as you may recall details that could be key to the investigation.
"We would also to remind people to be extra cautious when carrying large amounts of money and to make sure you lock your doors as soon as you get into your vehicle. Regularly changing the times you go to the bank and going with a second person if possible are also other ways preventing such being a victim of crime."
Anyone with any information regarding the incident is asked to contact PC 914 Thomas Longden on 0116 222 2222, follow the instructions to leave a message for a police officer and when prompted key in the officer's identification number 0914. Alternatively contact Crimestoppers, which is free* and anonymous on 0800 555 111.* Please note, some mobile phone service providers may charge for this call.
Issued on 26/08/08 at 16:43Crime reference number: CW/04489/08-8
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