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Robbery in Eastern Boulevard, Leicester
Posted on 26/05/11
Robbery in Eastern Boulevard, Leicester
Police are appealing for witnesses to a robbery in Leicester.
The incident happened between 12.20am and 12.30am on Friday, May 6.
The 23-year-old victim was walking along Eastern Boulevard when he was approached by a group of men who assaulted him, before taking his black Jack Jones jacket and dark brown leather satchel style bag containing a black Dell Inspiron Mini 1018 laptop and a wallet.
The victim received a bump to the head, bruising to the ribs, cuts and scratches to both arms.
The first suspect is described as black, around 510 tall between 20 and 24-years-old and of medium build. He was wearing black tracksuit bottoms, black Nike Air Max trainers with white laces and is described as being rugged looking with a goatee beard. He had a round face with a slit, or possible scar through his right eyebrow.
The second suspect is described as black, around 510 tall and between 20 and 24-years-old. He is described as having a slightly long face with a sharp chin, wide nose and being slightly cross eyed. He was wearing a dark hooded top with a gold print on the front, with the hood up dark tracksuit bottoms.
The third suspect is described as Asian, around 6 tall, of skinny build and between 20 and 24-years-old. He had a beard along his jaw line and was wearing a black t-shirt with the writing star in the hood in white across the front. He also had a black beanie style hat, dark trouser and black trainers and was wearing a silver chain around his neck and a white watch on his right wrist.
The fourth suspect is described as 510 tall, of medium build and was wearing a black hooded top with the hood up, black jacket over the hooded top and grey joggers.
Detective Constable Balvinder Mahal, who is investigating the incident said: I would ask anyone who was in the area at the time of the incident to think back. Did you see a group of men matching this description? Did you see where you went next?
Anyone with information, no matter how small it may seem, could help with our enquiries.
Anyone with information is asked to contact DC 4257 Balvinder Mahal on 01169 222 2222 and follow the instructions to leave a message for an officer. When prompted, key in his identification number 4257. Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers, which is free* and anonymous on 0800 555 111.
*Please note, some mobile phone providers may charge for this call.
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