Telford motorist robbed at knifepoint by two men
A 37-year-old Telford motorist was robbed at knifepoint by two men who jumped into his car and stole gold jewellery.
Police are seeking witnesses to the incident which happened on Ironbridge Road, Madeley between 8.20pm and 8.30pm on Tuesday.
The victim was driving a black Ford Focus when two men jumped into the passenger seats as he slowed down to go over a “calming hump” in the road near the Abraham Darby School.
Both men brandished knives and threatened the driver. He was forced to turn right onto Woodside Avenue and then into Wyvern, a cul-de-sac.
They ripped gold jewellery worth about £2,500 from his neck and wrist causing minor abrasions before fleeing from the car.
The victim, in attempting to drive off, struck a wall in Wyvern. He was not seriously hurt and did not require treatment.
Detective Constable Cindi Henry, the investigating officer, said: “This is quite a busy area and it’s likely the Ford Focus will have been spotted at some point.
It’s also likely the two offenders will have been seen getting into the vehicle on Ironbridge Road or when they ran off after it stopped in Wyvern.
“I am appealing for witnesses to contact CID at Malinsgate police station. Information about the identities of the two men involved can also be given to the anonymous Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111, for which a reward may be paid."
