Witness appeal following attempted robbery in Madeley
Police are appealing for witnesses following an attempted robbery on Bridle Court in Telford.
The incident occurred between 9:05pm and 9:10 pm on Sunday 4 October.
The victim was walking along Bridle Court when an unknown male tried to engage the victim in conversation. As the victim reached Park Way the same unknown man has threatened the victim to hand over his mobile phone. The victim was unharmed and no property was taken.
The man is described as white about 5'11" tall and of medium build. He is believed to be between 20 and 30 years of age with dark stubble and spoke with a local accent. At the time of the incident the offender was carrying a blue plastic bag.
Officers are keen to speak to anyone who may have witnessed the incident.
Anyone with any information should contact police on the non-emergency 101 number quoting incident reference number 641s of Sunday 4 October.
