Man in wheelchair punched and robbed in Shrewsbury underpass
Police are investigating after a man in a wheelchair was punched and robbed as he was going through an underpass in Shrewsbury.
Officers investigating the incident have today released details of the robbery which happened at about 7.30pm on Wednesday, 11 May.
The man was going through an underpass on Crowmere Road when he was approached by a group of teenage boys. One of the boys punched the man in the face, causing swelling and bruising, and stole £10 from him.
One of the teenagers is described as a white male, aged 17-18, about 5ft 7ins tall and of slim build. He was wearing a black, zip up hooded top, dark sportswear and a baseball cap with NY across the front.
Another is described as a white male, also aged 17-18, 5ft 9ins, and of average build. He was wearing dark coloured sportswear including a blue hooded top with the hood up and drawstrings pulled tight to conceal his face.
The other two boys were wearing dark clothing, but no further descriptions are available.
Officers investigating the incident would like to hear from anyone who witnessed it or has any information which would help with their enquiries.
Anyone with information is asked to call West Mercia Police on 101 or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or through their website www.crimestoppers-uk.org
