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Boy's clothes taken by two teens in Canterbury robbery in St George's Street

15:45, 27 September 2021

updated: 15:46, 27 September 2021

A boy was shoved against a wall and robbed of his hoodie, glasses and body warmer by two teenagers in broad daylight.

The victim was approached by the duo in St George's Street, Canterbury - near the subway exit next to Burgate Lane.

The incident happened near the subway exit next to Burgate Lane, Canterbury. Picture: Google Street View
The incident happened near the subway exit next to Burgate Lane, Canterbury. Picture: Google Street View

The two teenagers, who were about 18 years old, pushed the boy against a wall and stole his hooded top, glasses and body warmer, before running off.

Police are investigating the incident, which happened at about 3.50pm on Wednesday, September 15.

They have since arrested a 17-year-old from Canterbury, who has been released on bail pending further enquiries.

Officers would like to speak to anyone who saw the robbery, particularly a woman who tried to speak to the victim at the time of the incident.

Anyone with information is asked to call police on 01843 222289, quoting reference 46/177995/21, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111, or by using the online form on their website.

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