Witness appeal after attempted mobile theft

Wiltshire Police would like to hear from potential witnesses to the attempted theft of a mobile phone from a teenager in Endless Street.

The incident happened at about 4.50 pm on Thursday, 9th February.

The youngster got off a bus in Salisbury City centre; another passenger also left the bus at the same time. He is described as a tanned white male, 40's, 6' tall, medium build, no glasses, brown hair, short beard and wearing jeans.

The attacker described as a white male, 40's, 6' tall, medium build, brown hair, short beard and wearing jeans The incident took place in Endless Street, Salisbury, on 9th February at about 4.50 pm Witnesses asked to contact police by calling 101

As the teenager crossed the road near the Pizza Express restaurant, the man asked him the time before attempting to grab his mobile phone.

The teenager managed to keep hold of his phone, despite being punched and kicked his attacker away before running off.

Anyone with information is asked to call 101 quoting log 54230014827

Alternatively, you can leave information anonymously by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555111

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