Fresh appeal made over attempted robbery in Newport
Police investigating an attempted robbery in Newport involving two youths who tried to grab a woman’s handbag, today issued a fresh appeal for information.
They particularly want to trace a man who shouted at the two offenders who ran off empty-handed.
The incident happened at around 7.25pm on Monday, 12 August while the woman was stood at a bus stop near the Cottage Christian Care Home in Granville Road, Newport.
She was approached by two teenagers who made a grab at her handbag. She held on and hit one of the offenders who then punched her before fleeing. She suffered bruising to her face.
Detective Constable Joanne Heyes, the investigating officer, said today: “The victim was stood at the bus stop when she felt a pulling to her bag. She turned round to find a male holding the strap who let go after she struck him.
“The woman was then punched to the face by a second male. At that point, an unidentified witness shouted ‘what are you doing’ and both offenders ran off.
“I am appealing to this man to come forward as he may have information which could help the investigation.”
DC Heyes also urged any other witnesses to contact the police on 101. Information concerning the identities of the offenders can be given to the anonymous Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111, for which a reward may be paid.
