Cyclist attacked and robbed by five men in Telford
Police are appealing for witnesses after an 18-year-old man was struck with a bat and robbed whilst cycling in Telford.
The incident happened on Tuesday 14 April at around 9pm on Silkin Way near to Telford Town Park.
The victim was cycling home when he was approached by five men. One of the men struck him with a bat while another demanded his mobile phone.
He handed over his phone before managing to cycle away. His injuries were minor and required hospital treatment.
A description of only three of the men is known. They were all 19 to 20 years of age. One was of Asian origin, around 6 foot 4 and wearing a black jacket. The other two were white - the first had a shaved head, around 6 foot tall and was wearing a dark hooded top. The second was around 6 foot 2, also with shaved hair and was wearing a dark hooded top.
Police are eager to trace those responsible for this unprovoked attack.
Anyone with information is asked to call police on 101, quoting incident 663S of Tuesday 14 April.
Alternatively, information can be given anonymously to Crimestoppers via 0800 555 111 or www.crimestoppers-uk.org
