Further progress has been made with Police investigation into a series of robberies which happened in Swindon recently.
Two young men have been identified in connection with the incident however we are still appealing for anyone with information regarding the identity of one remaining person.
In the early hours of 3 June 2018, four men in separate incidents were victims of a group of youths intent on stealing their wallets and phones.
The first happened in a park area next to Charlotte Mews, in Old Town, at some time before 3.30am. The victim, a man in his 40s, has reported that he was hit on the head and his wallet was stolen.
The second incident occurred in Gorse Hill around Ferndale Road and Cricklade Road, during which a young man was chased and assaulted, before his wallet, cash, and items of clothing were taken.
The third happened at 5.05am in Dorcan Way, east Swindon, when the victim, a man in his 20s, was approached and threatened by a group of youths. They chased him to the mini roundabout junction with Kingfisher Drive and assaulted him, before stealing his phone and wallet.
The fourth incident happened at around 5.45am in Queen’s Drive, east Swindon, when a man in his 20s was assaulted by a group of youths. They tried to steal his phone but ended up fleeing the scene empty-handed.
Swindon CID have been working on the case and analysing CCTV in the area. These efforts have indicated people of interest to the case. The image is of a young man officers would like to speak to in connection with the incident.
DC Alex Mulley said: “These were frightening incidents for the victims and I’d ask anyone who can help identify him to please contact us. I’d also encourage him to take the initiative and come forward pro-actively.”
Please call DC Mulley at Gablecross Police Station on 101 quoting ref 54180049935. Alternatively call Crimestoppers 0800 555 111 where details may be left anonymously if preferred.”
