Man arrested following attempted robbery in Market Drayton
A 26 year-old-man has been released on bail following an attempted robbery that occurred in Market Drayton on Monday 25 May.
Police are still keen to speak to anyone who may have witnessed the incident especially a dog walker who passed by the victim before the incident took place and may have seen the offender.
The dog walker is described as a white male aged about 60 to 70 years with grey hair. He was wearing a bright red waterproof jacket and had two collie dogs with him. When he met the victim he engaged with her and offered her dogs some treats.
West Mercia Police would like to thank the public for coming forward with information that led to this arrest.
Anyone who has any further information is advised to all police on 101, quoting reference 196 of 25 May 2015. Alternatively, information can be given anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or via www.crimestoppers.org.uk
