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Police appeal for witnesses to robbery in Broad St, central Reading

Staff Writer by Staff Writer
Friday, April 14, 2023 4:51 pm
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THAMES Valley Police is appealing for witnesses to a robbery which took place in the junction of Broad Street and Union Street at around 4pm on Thursday, April 13, in central Reading.

THAMES Valley Police is appealing for witnesses to a robbery which took place in the junction of Broad Street and Union Street at around 4pm on Thursday, April 13, in central Reading.

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THAMES Valley Police is appealing for witnesses to a robbery in Reading and is also seeking a specific witness.

The robbery took place at around 4pm on Thursday, April 13, at the junction of Broad Street and Union street in the town centre.

The offender approached a group of boys and threatened them before taking a set of Apple Airpods headphones.

The offender was described as a black man with dreadlocks, in his twenties, and wearing dark clothing, including a black face mask.

Police are also looking to speak to a specific witness, a woman who approached the victim following the incident and checked if they were okay.

Investigating officer PC Michael Hanson, based at Reading police station, said: “I would like to appeal to anybody in the area who may have camera footage, witnessed this or any information regarding this incident, to please get in touch.

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“We would particularly like to speak to a woman who saw what happened and approached the victim to check they were okay.

“If you would like to report anything further, you can get in touch by either making a report online or by calling 101 quoting reference number 43230161926.

“Alternatively, for 100% anonymity, you can also call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111″

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