Police release CCTV image in connection with Telford robbery
Telford Police have today issued a CCTV image of a group of men they want to speak to in connection with a robbery and assault.
Two men were assaulted and one was then robbed after they made their way home from a night out in Wellington at around 1.55am on December 23 last year.
The pair left Pussycats nightclub and as they walked along New Street they were approached by a group of three men.
Members of the group assaulted one of the victims - a 22 year-old man - and when his friend - a 21 year-old man - tried to intervene he was also assaulted.
The 22 year-old fell to the floor as a result of the assault and was robbed of his cash, mobile phone and bank cards.
The three men then made off.
Police are investigating the matter, which took place near to Savers in New Street, and are eager to identify the three suspects in the CCTV.
Investigating officer Detective Constable Dean King said: "This was a very nasty incident where one man was punched so severely that he fell to the floor and lay unconscious for a couple of minutes. While he lay on the floor he was kicked and then robbed. It is quite sickening to watch on the CCTV.
"The incident took place just a couple of days before Christmas so a lot of people would have been out and about celebrating and getting in the mood for Christmas. We would urge anyone who recognises these men or who remembers the incident and has information to come forward.
"We want to bring these men to justice and need help from the public."
The 22 year-old man suffered cuts and bruising to his face and was taken to the Princess Royal Hospital via ambulance to be checked over. The 21 year-old suffered bruising to his face.
Offenders are described as white males, around 5ft 11 to 6ft tall. One had blonde spiky hair and was wearing a green polo shirt. He is described as slim build with broad shoulders. The second offender had blonde/brown spiky hair and was wearing a white/grey polo shirt and jeans. The third man was wearing denim jeans.
Anyone with information should contact Detective Constable Dean King on 0300 333 3000. Alternatively, information can be passed anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.
