Attempted robbery in Thomas Street, Wellingborough

Police officers are appealing for witnesses after an attempted robbery next to the leisure centre in Thomas Street, Wellingborough.

The incident happened on Tuesday, February 4, between 1pm and 1.10pm, when the boy was approached by a group of five unknown males between the ages of 12 – 17, who pinned him against a wall and demanded he hand over his coat.

However, the group of suspects were then challenged by two people leaving the leisure centre and the victim managed to get away.

The main offender is described as a black male, about 5ft 9in, of a skinny build, and wearing a black coat with a black hooded top underneath and black jogging bottoms.

Witnesses or anyone with information should call Northamptonshire Police on 101.

Please quote incident number 25000073268 when passing on any information to make sure it gets to the right person as quickly as possible.