Appeal for information after Watling Street robbery

City of London Police detectives are appealing for information after a man was robbed of his bag on Watling Street.

Detectives have issued CCTV images of a group of teenagers they want to talk to in connection with the incident and are asking for the public’s help to identify them.

At around 9.45pm on Sunday 5 August 2012 the victim was approached by five teenage boys.

One of the boys asked the victim for the time before grabbing hold of his bag and attempting to pull it away. 

A second boy then threatened “give him the bag or you will get something else” and gestured with his hand towards the victim causing him to release his grip on the bag after which the boys ran away with it. 

Detectives are following a number of lines of enquiry under their investigation into the incident but are now issuing the CCTV images as part of a public appeal.

Investigating officer, DS Mark Simmons, said:“We want to hear from anyone with information about this incident or who thinks they recognise these teenagers. 

“Even the smallest piece of information could assist us in apprehending those responsible for this robbery.”

Anyone with information should call DS Simmons on 020 76012147. Alternatively you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.