21/09/2007

Detectives Appeal For Witnesses To Belfast Robbery

Detectives in south Belfast are investigating after a man was attacked and robbed in Belfast in the early hours of wednesday morning.

The incident occurred at around 4am in the University street area of the city.

The man was hit on the neck from behind as he was waiting on a taxi in the street.

He fell to the ground and his assailant demanded his wallet. Another man was present but police believe he did not take part in the assault.

Both men then ran off heading towards the Ormeau road.

The attacker is described as being between 16 and 20 years-old, of medium-build and having light-coloured hair with a fringe. He was wearing a white zip-up top and jeans.

The only description of his companion is that he had dark-coloured medium-cut hair.

Any witnesses to the incident are asked to contact police at Musgrave station on 0845 600 8000.

(LC/SP)

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