Man arrested following alleged robbery in Telford
A man has been arrested on suspicion of robbery following an alleged incident along John Broad Avenue in the Arleston area of Telford.
An altercation allegedly took place in which a 17 year-old male suffered cuts and grazes to his face and arms along with the theft of his black Rio mobile phone.
The incident happened some time between 10pm and 10.25pm on Friday after the victim came out of a shop.
Following police enquiries an 18 year-old male was arrested on suspicion of robbery, he was interviewed and released on police bail pending further enquiries.
Police are continuing their enquiries and have appealed to anyone with information to come forward.
A Telford Police spokeswoman said: "The victim had been into the One Stop shop moments before the alleged incident occurred. We want to hear from anyone who was in the shop, or the nearby area, and saw anything that could help us with our investigation.
"The victim was extremely shaken up and was treated by paramedics for his injuries."
Information should be passed to Telford Police on 0300 333 3000 or the anonymous Crimestoppers line on 0800 555111.
