Man robbed of gold chain in High Wycombe

Tuesday, 10 September 2024 13:00

Police are appealing for witnesses following a robbery in High Wycombe.

Between 9pm and 10pm on Sunday (8/9), the victim, a man in his forties, was walking along Desborough Road when two unknown men approached him.

One of the men pulled the victim’s gold chain from around his neck and ran away with it.

The victim was not injured.

The offenders were described as two black men, both wearing all black clothing and they had a dog with them.

Investigating Officer PC Viktoria Ferenczi said: “We are carrying out an investigation following this concerning incident.

“If you have any information please contact Thames Valley Police through our online form or by calling 101 quoting reference 43240432927.

“Or if you do not wish to speak to the police then please contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”

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