Police appeal after knifepoint robbery in Milton Keynes

Police have released an e-fit image of a man as part of an appeal for witnesses following an incident of robbery which took place in Milton Keynes yesterday.

At 6.15pm on Wednesday (Nov 11), the victim, a 25-year-old man was approached by two offenders in Pinders Croft, Greenleys, near a large field.

One of the offenders held a knife to the victim’s throat and demanded cash and a mobile phone, while the second looked through the victim’s pockets.

Both offenders then fled on foot in the direction of Plowman Close after having taken a smartphone and small amount of cash from the victim. There were no injuries sustained by the victim.

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One of the offenders was a white man, around 5ft 6ins tall and was dressed in blue tracksuit bottoms and hooded top. He was also carrying a blue man bag.

Investigating officer, Detective Constable Matthew Acland, of Milton Keynes police station, said: “I am releasing this e-fit image in connection with an appeal for any witnesses to this assault, or anyone who has any information in relation to it to come forward.

“Thankfully the victim did not sustain any injuries in relation to this incident, but it was still a terrifying experience to have been robbed at knife point.

“I would ask that anyone who can help, or recognises the person depicted in the image to call Thames Valley Police on 101, quoting reference 43200371657. You can also make a report online, or call Crimestoppers for 100% anonymity on 0800 555 111.”