06/11/2015

Man Held At Knifepoint In L'Derry

A man has been held at knifepoint in L'Derry.

The incident happened in the Collon Lane area at around 6.55pm on Thursday.

Two men held the 20-year-old victim at knifepoint and stole his wallet, mobile phone and keys.

One of the men is described as being around 18 or 19-years-old, about 5ft 10in tall, of slim build and was wearing a black duffel jacket with a furry hood. The other man is believed to be in his late teens, about 6ft 1inch tall, of medium build and was wearing a grey hooded top and dark tracksuit bottoms.

Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.

(CD/JP)

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