Police seek witnesses in violent robbery

We are appealing for witnesses following a violent robbery that took place in Houghton Regis.

At around 10.30pm yesterday (Thursday), a man was attacked with a blunt object after being chased by a group of around six men in Leafields.

The victim was forced to handover his coat, mobile phone and a bag containing personal effects, as one of the men was believed to have a knife.

Detective Constable Kimberley Anderson, investigating, said: “This was a nasty attack and we're keen to identify those responsible.

“We would ask anyone who witnessed this attack or saw a similar group in the area around the time of the incident, to please come forward.”

Anyone with information can contact the police via our online reporting centre or call 101, quoting reference 40/56946/23.

You can also report via Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via the Crimestoppers website.