Police are appealing for a specific witness that officers would like to speak to in connection to a robbery in Milton Keynes.
The incident happened on Saturday 20 July between 1pm and 1.30pm on Silbury Boulevard at the junction with 10th Street in Central Milton Keynes.
During the incident, a man in his thirties was assaulted and robbed of his phone and cash. Security staff intervened at this point, but the offender ran off.
The victim sustained minor injuries, but no further hospital treatment was required.
A twenty-one year old man from Milton Keynes, has been arrested on suspicion of robbery, and has been released on police bail, whilst the investigation continues.
Thames Valley Police described the witness as a male in their late teens to early twenties, and of an Asian heritage.
The description continued that they were, “of a slim build with long black curly hair with shaved sides, and was wearing a black hoodie and cream and Khaki coloured cargo trousers with black trainers. They were seen to be with an Asian boy, in their early teens, and was wearing a matching light grey and black Adidas tracksuit top and bottoms.”
Investigating officer Detective Constable Patricia Montoya, said, “We are specifically appealing for a member of the public who witnessed the offence that may be able to provide us with further information.
“You can contact police by calling 101 or online quoting reference 43240345297.
“Alternatively, if you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via its website.”