Man robbed whilst walking in Telford underpass

Police are appealing for witnesses following a robbery in Priorslee, Telford at around 6.05pm on Monday.

The incident took place in the A5 underpass as the victim, a man in his 20s, walked between his place of work off Shifnal Road and Telford Central train station.

As he exited the underpass he was approached by two men who asked for his phone and money. He was grabbed by one of the men, leading him to fall on the ground. He sustained slight injuries which did not require any treatment.

During the alleged attack some money was taken. Both suspects are believed to be white men of average height. They made off on foot away from the train station.

A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said "We are doing all we can to trace the suspects in this attack. We would urge anyone who may have been near the underpass at around 6pm, and who may have seen anything suspicious, to contact police on 101 quoting incident number 582 of 7th December.

"Alternatively contact Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555 111 or visiting the website www.crimestoppers.org.uk."