Appeal for witnesses to attempted robbery in West Leicester

Officers are investigating an incident in which a teenage boy attempted to steal a dog from another youth.

The incident happened in Golf Course Lane – between the Foxholes Road junction and the bridge over the railway line – at around 4.40pm last Friday (25 November).

The victim, aged 15, was approached by a boy around the same age who threatened her with a knife, threw glass bottles, and said he would steal her dog.

The victim was not injured during the incident.

Detective Constable Matthew Harburt, the investigating officer, said: “The victim in this incident was walking her dog. I’m keen to speak to anyone who was in the area at the time – such as other dog walkers – as they may have information that could help.

“Any details you’re able to provide could assist my investigation.”

You can pass on information by visiting https://www.leics.police.uk/ro/report/ocr/af/how-to-report-a-crime/ and quoting reference 22*691248.

Alternatively call 101.