Man robbed in Bournemouth

Detectives are appealing for witnesses and information after a man was assaulted and robbed in Bournemouth town centre.

The offence took place at Lansdowne Road, outside the Coach House Place entrance near to the Bournemouth Travel Interchange at 7am on 14 July.

The victim, a 28-year-old man, from the town, was punched in the face and pushed to the ground. He was forced to hand over his mobile phone, a bank card and a quantity of cash.  The offender ran off towards Bournemouth train station.

He is described as white, pale skinned, around 5’10, of medium build, with dirty blonde long hair, and spoke with a London accent. He was wearing a white jumper and blue jeans.

Detective Constable Steven May, of Bournemouth and Poole CID, said: “This was an unprovoked attack which has left the victim shaken and bruised.

“The victim was walking down Coach House Place, when a man approached him and asked to use his phone.

“He declined and walked on, but the offender then requested a cigarette.

“As the victim walked away, he was suddenly punched from behind, in the side of the face. As he moved forwards, the offender pushed him to the ground, causing him to kneel down.

“The offender demanded the victim’s property and a large quantity of cash was handed over, along with his mobile phone and bank card.”

Witnesses and anyone with information should call Dorset Police in confidence on 01202 or 01305 22 22 22 or the free and anonymous Crimestoppers line on 0800 555 111 where mobile phone tariffs may apply.