Five arrested following Oswestry street robbery
Police in Oswestry have arrested five people after a 22-year-old man was set upon and robbed in the town.
The robbery happened at around 1.15am on Saturday as the victim walked along Blackgate Street.
The man was beaten while lying on the ground suffering soreness and bruising. The four men and a woman stole his £400 mobile phone and £60 cash.
Detective Constable Paul Rogers, the investigating officer, said: “He was approached by a group of four men and a woman who carried out an assault and stole his money and phone.
“We are appealing for witnesses to contact Shrewsbury CID by calling 101. In particular, a small black car was seen in the area at the time, driving from Sainsbury’s towards Salop Road.
“The occupants may well be able to assist the investigation and we urge them to come forward as potential witnesses who can be eliminated from our enquiries.”
The four men and a woman, aged between 19 and 26, have been given police bail while the investigation continues.
