Appeal for witnesses after robbery in Derby

Officers are appealing for the public’s help after a robbery in Derby.

The incident occurred at around 12pm on 10 December when the victim, a man in his 60s, was followed from Normanton Road onto Green Lane before being grabbed from behind and pinned to the ground by two offenders. The victim’s pockets were searched and cash was stolen from him.

A 27-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of robbery and released on bail.

Officers are keen to speak to anyone who was in the area at the time and witnessed the incident.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact Derbyshire police using any of the below methods, including reference 22000724311:

• Facebook– send us a private message to our Facebook page
• Twitter– direct message our contact centre via @DerPolContact
• Website– We have several crime reporting tools on our website or use our online contact form
• Phone – call us on 101

You can also anonymously contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, on 0800 555 111, or by visiting the CrimeStoppers website.